Artwork copyright Mauricio Robalino. Photo courtesy of the artist.
El Jardinero, 2001
Mauricio Robalino
(American | Ecuadorian, born 1953)
Location: Truman Campus, Federal Way
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Mauricio Robalino created the painting El Jardinero as a celebration of earth's bounty. The vibrant imagery references Robalino's childhood in Ecuador and pays homage to his grandparents. He notes "both of my grandfathers were avid and talented gardeners who cherished growing plants from all over the world in their gardens in Quito, Ecuador known as the land of eternal spring, sitting at 9,000 feet on the Equator."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Federal Way School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Mauricio Robalino creates colorful and whimsical artworks using a variety of materials, especially mosaics. His artworks are inspired by multicultural artistic traditions. In his own words, "My art is a celebration of life, nature, and hope."
Robalino was born and grew up in Ecuador. He earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the San Francisco Art Institute in 1983 and a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara in 1988. He is based in Tacoma, Western Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Gouache paint and beads on paper |
| Dimensions | 30 in x 22 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2002.096.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Federal Way Public Schools |
| Artwork Location | Truman Campus Hallway between lobby and lunchroom |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 31455 28th Ave. South Federal Way, WA 98003 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.319197, -122.298590 |
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