Artwork copyright Louise Williams. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Mother and Child with Flowers, 1996
Louise Williams
(American, born 1947, died 2004)
Location: Republic Elementary-Junior-Senior High School, Republic
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Mother and Child with Flowers is a mixed media artwork that combines painted, drawn and collaged elements onto handmade paper. It is part of late artist Louise Williams' 'Africa Series' which explore our interconnectedness and shared humanity. Featuring vibrant flower imagery, Williams noted that this piece "focuses on the patterns in nature of which we are part."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Republic School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Louise Williams (1947-2004) created artworks informed by everyday life, by travel, and by her experiences as a woman and mother.
Williams received a Bachelor of Arts from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington, and a Master of Fine Arts in drawing and painting from Central Washington University in Ellensburg.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - drawing |
| Medium | Mixed media and handmade paper |
| Dimensions | 22 in x 30 in (irregular sheet) |
| ID Number | WSAC1996.085.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Republic School District |
| Artwork Location | Republic Elementary-Junior-Senior High School Hallway near preschool classroom |
| WA County | Ferry |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 30306 E Hwy 20 Republic, WA 99166 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.641772, -118.726763 |
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