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Artwork copyright Carolyn Duniway Hoffman. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.
Artwork copyright Carolyn Duniway Hoffman. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Patterns, 1988
Carolyn Duniway Hoffman
(American, born 1939)
Location: Harney Elementary, Vancouver
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Carolyn D. Hoffman captures the rich texture of the beach on Calvert Island, British Columbia, Canada in her photograph Patterns . This image was processed to increase the detail of shadowed areas. This technique highlights the subtle textures of the natural landscape. Hoffman notes: "my photographs are quiet and contemplative. They are full of details that draw the viewer into the frame and keep them there."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Vancouver School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Carolyn D. Hoffman is a photographer based in Olympia, Washington. Her landscape images explore texture, pattern, and light.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Gelatin silver print |
| Dimensions | 14 in x 11 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1996.173.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Vancouver Public Schools |
| Artwork Location | Harney Elementary Media center |
| WA County | Clark |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 3212 E. Evergreen Blvd Vancouver, WA 98661 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 45.626582, -122.635235 |
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