Life 101, 2006

Roger Nachman
(American, born 1953)

Location: Seattle Central College, Seattle

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist Roger Nachman's ten fused glass panels depict a continuous DNA strand. The various images reference Seattle Central Community College's math and science programs.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Seattle Central Community College.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Roger Nachman is a Seattle-based glass artist and designer. He creates fused, kiln-formed, and kiln-cast glass sculptures and installations for public spaces.

Nachman graduated from the University of Colorado. He lived and worked in Kyoto, Japan for eight years between 1973 and 1985, where he was an important part of the Studio Glass Movement in Japan. Nachman also teaches kilnworking techniques for glass around the U.S. and abroad.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategorySculpture - glass
MediumFused glass
Dimensions20 in x 30 ft (overall)
ID NumberWSAC2006.010.00A-J
Acquisition MethodSite responsive commission
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencySeattle Central College
Artwork LocationSeattle Central College
Science and Math Building (SAM), Main student lounge
WA CountyKing
PlacementInterior
Site TypeCollege
Address1701 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122
Geo. Coordinates47.617652, -122.321875
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