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Artwork copyright Sultan Mohamed. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
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Artwork copyright Sultan Mohamed. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
Higher Learning, 1995
Sultan Mohamed
(American | Ethiopian, born 1962)
Location: McKnight Middle School, Renton
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Sultan Mohamed's Higher Learning uses boldly colorful, geometric forms and figures. It is based on his childhood memories of attending school taught by an Orthodox Christian priest in Ethiopia. This piece is characteristic of Mohamed's style, which is influenced by expressionism and traditional Ethiopian frescos and connects a variety of artistic and cultural traditions.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Renton School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Seattle-based artist Sultan Mohamed grew up in Ethiopia. His work is influenced and inspired by traditional Ethiopian paintings and fresco art.
Mohamed is also a Seattle Public Schools middle school teacher of art and United States history. He has been involved for many years with the East African Arts and Cultural Association and SEED Seattle (SouthEast Effective Development), both in Seattle.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on fabric |
| Medium | Oil paint on canvas |
| Dimensions | 3 ft 4 in x 4 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC1996.296.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Renton School District |
| Artwork Location | McKnight Middle School Gym/cafeteria entrance |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1200 Edmonds Ave NE Renton, WA 98056 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.505641, -122.183607 |
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