Honkers Over Lowell, 1989
Cheri O'Brien
(American, born 1958)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
In Honkers Over Lowell , artist Cheri O'Brien captures a whimsical autumn scene from her neighborhood in Everett, Northwestern Washington. The artist used vivid colors and stylized forms to depict a family enjoying the southern migration of a flock of Canada Geese.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Yakima School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Cheri O'Brien creates quirky and humorous narrative folk-compositions. She uses many different materials, including oil painting, paper-mache sculpture, and painted glass. In her own words, "My paintings are reflections of my life as an artist, mother, and observer. I attempt to understand my world with finding humor in beauty and the beauty of humor."
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Painting - paint on fabric |
Medium | Acrylic paint on canvas |
Dimensions | 4 ft x 3 ft |
ID Number | WSAC1992.089.000 |
Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Washington State Arts Commission |
Artwork Location | Washington State Arts Commission Not on display. At ArtsWA pending conservation, framing, re-siting, or return to site. |
WA County | Thurston |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | State Agency |
Address | 711 Capitol Way S., Suite 600 Olympia, WA 98504 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.041975, -122.901474 |
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