Artwork copyright Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell. Photo courtesy of the artist.

The Golden Apples, 2016

Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell
Judith Caldwell (American, born 1950); Daniel Caldwell (American, born 1962)

Location: Selah Middle School, Selah

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artists Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell created the wall mounted The Golden Apples sculpture. It references the history of apple growing in Selah, Central Washington, and is also inspired by folklore and mythology. In many classic stories, a golden apple often symbolizes knowledge and wisdom. Each apple in this sculpture bears an admirable quality, such as "compassionate", "kind", "creative", and "inclusive," reminding students to make their lives fulfilling.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Seattle-based artist team Judith Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell create site-specific installations. Using their own foundry, they create and fabricate artworks in bronze, iron, aluminum, and stainless steel. They have been working together on public art projects for over twenty years.
Judith Caldwell earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Washington in Seattle. Daniel Caldwell earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin at Oshkosh. They are both university-trained in foundry metal casting.