Artwork copyright Tom McClelland. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Tom McClelland. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Life's a Puzzle, 2011
Tom McClelland
(American, born 1952)
Location: Curtis High School, University Place
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Eastern Washington-based artist Tom McClelland addresses the metaphor of life as a puzzle, by depicting two figures holding large puzzle pieces with the words ‘career,' ‘community,' and ‘dream.'
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with University Place School Distict.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Washington artist Tom McClelland creates public artworks in a variety of mediums.
McClelland received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Washington University in Bellingham, Northwestern Washington. He received a Master of Fine Arts degree in sculpture from Washington State University in Pullman, Eastern Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - other metals |
| Medium | Cast bronze |
| Dimensions | 14.2 ft x 5 ft x 4.5 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC2010.025.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | University Place School District |
| Artwork Location | Curtis High School Aquatic center, Top of stairwell |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Exterior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 8425 40th St. West University Place, WA 98466 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.221528, -122.551942 |
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