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Artwork copyright Andy Arkley. Photo courtesy of the artist, by Wiseknave, 2020.
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Artwork copyright Andy Arkley. Photo courtesy of the artist, by Wiseknave, 2020.
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Artwork copyright Andy Arkley. Photo courtesy of the artist, by Wiseknave, 2020.
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Artwork copyright Andy Arkley. Photo courtesy of the artist, by Wiseknave, 2020.
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Artwork copyright Andy Arkley. Photo courtesy of the artist, by Wiseknave, 2020.
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Artwork copyright Andy Arkley. Photo courtesy of the artist, by Wiseknave, 2020 (detail).
Chromamotion, 2018
Andy Arkley
(American, born 1970)
Location: Salish Coast Elementary, Port Townsend
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
The installation Chromamotion by artist Andy Arkley fills and transforms the large commons area. It uses bright colors and simple shapes to energize the space. The shapes are flat painted plywood but they are shaded for a “trompe l'oeil” (trick of the eye) effect that makes them look three-dimensional.
This artwork is part of a curated collection by Lele Barnett at Salish Coast Elementary School, on the Olympic Peninsula in Northwest Washington. The site is also a public library, YMCA, and an active town gathering place. The local art selection committee wanted the students and community to be excited about artists in and from their region. They also asked for fun and dramatic art that is colorful enough to brighten grey-sky days.
The artist also made a coloring page for this artwork. Download it below under "Lesson Plans and Documents" as a PDF, print it, and explore your own favorite color schemes!
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Port Townsend School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Andy Arkley creates vivid sculptural installations and interactive artwork. They often combine or are influenced by his work as a designer, musician, and animator. He notes, “my static installations use brightly colored, simple forms that are meant to invoke movement and a sense of joy about being alive.”
Arkley received a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Western Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Birch plywood and acrylic paint |
| Dimensions | 14 ft x 20 ft x 2 in (overall, 36 elements) |
| ID Number | WSAC2020.003.008 |
| Acquisition Method | Curated Selection |
| Artist Location | Oklahoma, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Port Townsend School District |
| Artwork Location | Salish Coast Elementary 2nd floor landing, Above commons |
| WA County | Jefferson |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1637 Grant Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.112948, -122.792488 |
| Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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Lesson Plans and Documents
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