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Artwork copyright Cheri O'Brien. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
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Artwork copyright Cheri O'Brien. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
The Walk, 1994
Cheri O'Brien
(American, born 1958)
Location: Vinland Elementary, Poulsbo
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
The Walk was painted by artist Cheri O'Brien in the winter of 1994 and composed to highlight the moods and colors of the Northwest winter landscape. This piece is part of the artist's body of work that explores the interaction between humans and dogs. O'Brien notes that dogs "are a joyous, happy animal that have lots of character which I try to show in my work."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with North Kitsap 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 | 3 ft 3 in x 4 ft 1 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1994.062.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | North Kitsap School District |
| Artwork Location | Vinland Elementary C-pod, Above Kindergarten classrooms |
| WA County | Kitsap |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 22104 Rhodedendron Lane NW Poulsbo, WA 98370 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.763778, -122.674247 |
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