Artwork copyright David Govedare. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Meditation Shield, 1994
David Govedare
(American, born 1950, died 2021)
Location: Clarkston Heights Elementary, Clarkston
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Meditation Shield is part of Northwest artist David Govedare's series of symbolic shields that use natural and geometric imagery to create visual narratives. He notes that these pieces “examine designs that reflect my investigation of the inner self. Shapes in art define meaning just like words convey meaning in language. The development of my art comes from man's ancient urge to document inspiration."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Clarkston School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Eastern Washington sculptor David Govedare (1950-2021) uses human and animal figures to create symbolic and visual narratives, mainly in metal. In his own words, "I build stuff from the experiences of life." Govedare is a non-Native artist.
Govedare grew up in California and first came to the Spokane area as a student, for an architecture internship during Expo ’74. He lived and worked in Chewelah, Northeastern Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - coated metals |
| Medium | Synthetic granite paint on steel |
| Dimensions | 46 in x 30 in x 1 1/2 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1994.070.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Clarkston School District |
| Artwork Location | Clarkston Heights Elementary Main hall |
| WA County | Asotin |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1917 4th Ave Clarkston, WA 99403 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 46.39248, -117.078424 |
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