Feathered Friend, 1991

Kay O'Rourke
(American, born 1943)

Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist Kay O’Rourke created the colorful and whimsical sculpture Feathered Friend from painted wood and a real bird’s nest. The many animals on her farm in Spokane, Eastern Washington inspire the figures. She notes, “The birds may symbolize the higher spiritual self, trying to achieve greater things, while the cat represents the earth and being grounded in reality and immersed in every-day concerns.”

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Olympia School District.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Spokane, Eastern Washington-based artist Kay O'Rourke creates figurative paintings and found-object sculptures. Many of her narrative artworks are inspired by the animals and nature surrounding her farm named "Wake Robin's Rest."

ARTWORK DETAILS
MediumPaint on pine and willow woods, and a natural nest
Dimensions21 in x 8.5 in x 8.25 in
ID NumberWSAC1992.028.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyOlympia School District
Artwork LocationWashington State Arts Commission
On display at ArtsWA in AIPP Project Manager's office
WA CountyThurston
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address200 Delphi Rd. SW
Olympia, WA 98502
Geo. Coordinates46.572905, -122.978948
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