Saltwater Wake, 2018
Michelle Lassaline
(American, born 1990)
Location: Western State Hospital, Lakewood
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Department of Social and Health Services.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Michelle Lassaline's artworks range from watercolor painting and paper-mache to interactive performances. In an ongoing series, she wears a paper-mache mask for public performances where she paints portaits of people as animals of their choice.
Lassaline earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Nevada in Reno. She lives and works on Vashon Island in South Puget Sound, Western Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Medium | Watercolor paint on paper |
Dimensions | 10 in x 14 in |
ID Number | WSAC2021.017.002 |
Acquisition Method | Curated Selection |
Artist Location | Washington |
Location Information
Agency | Department of Social and Health Services |
Artwork Location | Western State Hospital San Juan Cottage |
WA County | Pierce |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | State Agency |
Address | 9601 Steilacoom Blvd. Lakewood, WA 98498 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.180040, -122.557739 |
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