Artwork copyright Guy Kemper. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2022.
Artwork copyright Guy Kemper. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2022.
Fly Away, 2022
Guy Kemper
(American, born 1958)
Location: Pierce College - Fort Steilacoom, Lakewood
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
The suspended installation Fly Away by Guy Kemper suggests birds flying through the space. The artwork's yellow and brown colors were inspired by the varied thrush, a bird that is local to the area around Pierce College in Fort Steilacoom, in Pierce County, Western Washington.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Pierce College District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Guy Kemper is a painter and sculptor who creates distinctive spaces using color and light. He works mainly with blown glass and mosaic.
Kemper earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kentucky in 1981. He lives on 95 acres of cliffs and waterfalls in Kentucky.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Blown glass and vitreous enamels |
| Dimensions | 23 ft (height) x 15 ft x 35 ft (overall) |
| ID Number | WSAC2020.038.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Kentucky, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Pierce College District |
| Artwork Location | Pierce College - Fort Steilacoom Veterinary and dental tech building, Interior courtyard |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | College |
| Address | 9401 Farwest Dr. SW Lakewood, WA 98498 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.171372, -122.569704 |
| 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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