Artwork copyright Roger Ralston. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Roger Ralston. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Ryzomic Possibilities: smiling here and there, 2007
Roger Ralston
(American, born 1957)
Location: Newport High School, Bellevue
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Roger Ralston's artwork represents the interconnectedness of plants that spread through rhizomes—building strong networks—as a metaphor for the idea of community.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Bellevue School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Spokane, Eastern Washington-based artist Roger Ralston creates public art installations, small-scale sculpture, drawings, and web-based activities. His work captures the beauty of daily activity.
Ralston is an instructor of art at Eastern Washington University in Cheney. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon. He received a Master of Fine Arts degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge in 1989.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - mixed media |
| Medium | Glass mosaic on aluminum with steel support |
| Dimensions | 27 ft x 7 1/2 ft x 2 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC2006.014.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Bellevue School District |
| Artwork Location | Newport High School Grassy area in middle tier of terraced landscape, Leading down to main student Entrance |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Exterior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 4333 Factoria Blvd. SE Bellevue, WA 98006 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.568188, -122.171754 |
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