Artwork copyright Pam Beyette. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.

Ribbed Amulet, 1993

Pam Beyette
(American, born 1945)

Location: Kokanee Elementary, Woodinville

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Ribbed Amulet by Pam Beyette is created from recycled materials and found objects such as copper, coaxial cable, stainless steel, brass, telephone wire, and more. The artist found these materials in dismantling yards such as the Seattle Iron and Metals Corporation. It is part of the artist's "Industrial Amulets" series of large, mixed-media sculptures. Beyette states, “My inspiration is sourced from environmental, historical, and cultural experiences, creating art that softens the edges of our urban environment, while revealing a unique sense of place.”

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Seattle-based artist Pam Beyette creates integrated public art installations. She states, "My inspiration is sourced from environmental, historical, and cultural experiences, creating art that softens the edges of our urban environment, while revealing a unique sense of place."
Beyette earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in printmaking from the University of Washington in Seattle in 1970.