ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Cheat Grass is part of artist Ken Smith's "Flora" series that focuses on the simple forms found in local plants. He captures the essence of each plant by photographing it against a simple black background. Smith notes that "it was not the 'pretty' picture of a flower that interested me, but I found it was the natural shaping, untouched by humankind, that seemed to speak of my own naturalness and my connection to all natural things."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Bainbridge Island School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Fine art photographer Ken Smith creates luminous still life and landscape photography. He lives and works in the foothills of the North Cascade Mountains and his work is influenced by Washington's natural landscape.
In his own words, "I have discovered an old but current Japanese philosophy and way of living called "Wabi-Sabi" which contemplates naturalness, impermanence, incompleteness, and the imperfection of all things. This philosophy puts into words many of the feelings I have always known... The true essence and importance of art is that it causes the viewer to recall or question his own self. This is why art is a keystone in a healthy society."
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Work on paper - photograph |
Medium | Hand-colored gelatin silver print |
Dimensions | 19 1/4 in x 15 5/8 in |
ID Number | WSAC1995.069.000 |
Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Bainbridge Island School District |
Artwork Location | Woodward Middle School Main office, Outside of room 317 |
WA County | Kitsap |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | Public School |
Address | 9125 Sportsman Club Road Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.644921, -122.529246 |
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