Solitare, 1993

Ann Gardner
(American, born 1947)

Location: Wahluke School District, Mattawa

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist Ann Gardner constructed Solitare as a collage made from monoprints, which she cuts up and "quilts" back together. A monoprint is created by painting directly onto the printing plate, and only one print copy can be made from the plate. She uses pattern to "focus on the importance of seemingly inconsequential daily tasks that weave a social fabric helping center and ground people in their daily lives. This patterning reflects a sense of order on the most basic level and is not only found in this culture but many different cultures in their weavings, pottery, quilting etc."

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Seattle-based artist Ann Gardner creates sculptures using glass and mosaic materials. Her works explore pattern and rhythm in organic forms. She studied ceramics and fine art at the University of Oregon and Portland State University.

ARTWORK DETAILS
MediumCollage and monoprint
Dimensions11 in x 17 in
ID NumberWSAC1995.011.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyWahluke School District
Artwork LocationWahluke School District
Temporarily not on display.
WA CountyGrant
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address411 E Saddle Mountain Dr.
Mattawa, WA 99349
Geo. Coordinates46.740583, -119.896483
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