Artwork copyright David Grant Best. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Rising River Fog & North Cascade Peaks, 1995
David Grant Best
(American, born 1950)
Location: Maplewood Heights Elementary, Renton
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Photographer David Grant Best describes photography as "an experiential starting point" and a process of making choices that awaken our imaginations. Rising River Fog & North Cascade Peaks captures luminous first light on an early winter morning. Taken along the Skagit River, the composition highlights three aspects of water that characterize winter in the Northwest landscape: fog, snow, and a flowing river.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Renton School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest photographer David Grant Best composes images of the natural environment and rural communities. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from the University of Washington in 1972.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - photograph |
| Medium | Gelatin silver print on paper |
| Dimensions | 7 5/8 in x 9 1/2 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1997.050.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Renton School District |
| Artwork Location | Maplewood Heights Elementary Main office, By principal's office |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 13430 144th SE Renton, WA 98056 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.482389, -122.147134 |
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