Palouse Spirits, 1999

Kay Buckner
(American, born 1935, died 2012)

Location: Chimacum High School, Chimacum

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Palouse Spirits is part of artist Kay Buckner's series of wall rugs and paintings that depict the colorful and majestic landscape of the Palouse region in Eastern Washington. She notes "the sweeping panorama of the Palouse has romantic appeal for me. Born and raised in the city, my earliest views were limited by building walls, paved streets, and bridge spans. Consequently, I am touched by a landscape so dominated by spectacular vistas."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Chimacum School District.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Northwest artist Kay Buckner (1935-2012) created figurative paintings and drawings with rich psychological imagery. In the 1990s she began to create textile art.
Buckner lived in Eugene, Oregon for many decades and taught at the University of Oregon.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryPainting - paint on fabric
MediumOil paint on canvas
Dimensions2 ft 6 in x 3 ft 4 in
ID NumberWSAC2002.067.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationOregon, United States
Location Information
AgencyChimacum School District
Artwork LocationChimacum High School
Library
WA CountyJefferson
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address91 W Valley Road
Chimacum, WA 98325
Geo. Coordinates48.012013, -122.777644
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