Things to Consider, 2017
Garth Edwards
(American, born 1950, died 2021)
Location: Union Ridge Elementary School, Ridgefield
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Garth Edwards created many plant and animal figures for his installation Things to Consider . Cut from aluminum sheeting, they circle the outside of Union Ridge Elementary. The figures are grouped into different scenes, sparking students' and teachers' imagination and curiosity. In his body of work, Edwards often strives for open-ended stories, delight, and wonder. At Union Ridge, his playfulness extends to the extra bird panel he installed inside the school. This additional element is not 'officially' part of the State Art Collection.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Ridgefield School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Garth Edwards (1950-2021) created playful, figurative works on paper, sculptures, and installations. He worked mainly in metal and stained glass.
Edwards grew up in Portland, Oregon, and studied glassblowing at Portland State University in Oregon and at Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, Northwestern Washington. He taught at Portland Community College and the Oregon School of Arts and Crafts (both in Oregon), and worked full-time as an artist since 1980.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Medium | Aluminum |
Dimensions | 20 ft x 342 ft x 1 in (overall) |
ID Number | WSAC2016.007.000 |
Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Ridgefield School District |
Artwork Location | Union Ridge Elementary School Exterior facade of building, South and west sides |
WA County | Clark |
Placement | Exterior |
Site Type | Public School |
Address | 330 North 5th Ave. Ridgefield, WA 98642 |
Geo. Coordinates | 45.817878, -122.742010 |
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