City Gardens, 1994

Kay Buckner
(American, born 1935, died 2012)

Location: Clarkston Heights Elementary, Clarkston

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

City Gardens is part of a series of paintings by artist Kay Buckner inspired by childhood memories of Seattle. The imagery was composed both from recollection and imagination, and explores color harmonies, unusual perspectives, and the relationship between the figure and the landscape.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Northwest artist Kay Buckner (1935-2012) created figurative paintings and drawings with rich psychological imagery. In the 1990s she began to create textile art.
Buckner lived in Eugene, Oregon for many decades and taught at the University of Oregon.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryPainting - paint on fabric
MediumOil paint on canvas
Dimensions40 1/8 in x 30 1/8 in
ID NumberWSAC1994.042.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationOregon, United States
Location Information
AgencyClarkston School District
Artwork LocationClarkston Heights Elementary
Entrance
WA CountyAsotin
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address1917 4th Ave
Clarkston, WA 99403
Geo. Coordinates46.39248, -117.078424
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