Artwork copyright June Sekiguchi. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2022.
Artwork copyright June Sekiguchi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, by Everything Time Studio, 2022.
Artwork copyright June Sekiguchi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, by Everything Time Studio, 2022.
Artwork copyright June Sekiguchi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, by Everything Time Studio, 2022.
Artwork copyright June Sekiguchi. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2022.
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Artwork copyright June Sekiguchi. The artist during the art installation. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2022.
Artwork copyright June Sekiguchi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, by Everything Time Studio, 2022.
Artwork copyright June Sekiguchi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, by Everything Time Studio, 2022.
Glacial Crystals, 2022
June Sekiguchi
(American)
Location: Glacier Middle School, Buckley
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Glacial Crystals by June Sekiguchi is inspired by Mount Tahoma. On the south side of Glacier Middle School in Buckley, every window offers a view of the mountain. Sekiguchi’s two-part sculpture deconstructs the mountain’s massive glaciers to their most basic molecular structures: ice crystals and hexagons. She hopes to give “an artful reflection of the wonder and uniqueness of the students, architecture, and location of the school.”
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with White River School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
June Sekiguchi creates sculptures, installations, and wall constructions with a focus on patterns. Her artworks address identity, cross cultural exchange, and personal narratives. She is also an arts activist involved in social justice issues, cultural exchange, mental health, and elder communities.
Sekiguchi was born and raised in Fayetteville, Arkansas where her family was one of the few Asian families in the area. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in studio art from the University of California at Santa Barbara. She has lived in Western Washington since 1994, and currently lives in University Place, in Pierce County, Western Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Acrylic sheets and powder-coated steel |
| Dimensions | Two parts, each 12 ft x 4 ft x 4 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC2020.015.00A-B |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | White River School District |
| Artwork Location | Glacier Middle School In light well above 2nd floor bridge to library |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 240 C Street Buckley, WA 98321 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.164852, -122.024866 |
| 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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