House Boats, 1995

Lang Wei
(Chinese, born 1959)

Location: Pioneer Valley Elementary, Spanaway

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist Liang Wei's House Boats painting was partly inspired by the scenic imagery within the city of Seattle. He also wanted to express "man's attachment to and his harmony with Nature. It is the ripples on the lake and house boats that keep people company on sleepless nights."

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Artist Liang Wei creates paintings that explore the color relationships and the quality of light found in the Pacific Northwest landscape.

Born in Sichuan, China, Liang Wei began studying art as a child, and went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts and Master of Arts in Printmaking from the Sichuan Academy of Fine Arts. In 1989, he moved to Seattle as a visiting scholar at the University of Washington's Audio-Visual Education Center for two years. He lives and works in Bothell, Washington.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryPainting - paint on fabric
MediumOil paint on canvas
Dimensions16 in x 16 in
ID NumberWSAC1995.398.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyBethel School District
Artwork LocationPioneer Valley Elementary
Rampway to music room
WA CountyPierce
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address7315 Eustis Hunt RD
Spanaway, WA 98387
Geo. Coordinates47.070809, -122.330520
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