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Artwork copyright Howard Meehan and Kathleen Meehan. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
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Artwork copyright Howard Meehan and Kathleen Meehan. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Voices of the Columbia, 1995
Howard Meehan and Kathleen Meehan
(American, born 1941)
Location: Clark College, Vancouver
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Voices of the Columbia is a sculpture created by Howard Meehan and Kathleen Meehan. It is a celebration of the Columbia River and the people it has supported over the course of Washington's history. The hanging sculpture references fishing nets, sailing rigging, river pilings, and sparkling ripples of water.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Clark College.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Howard Meehan and Kathleen Meehan were a Portland, Oregon-based collaborative team who created multi-media public art installations under the name Firefly Studio. Their partnership began in 1988. Both artists continue to create public art independently.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - glass |
| Medium | Dichroic glass, optical glass prism, aluminum, brass, and copper |
| Dimensions | 9 ft x 8 ft x 10 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC1994.012.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
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Location Information
| Agency | Clark College |
| Artwork Location | Clark College Scarpelli hall (SHL), Lobby |
| WA County | Clark |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | College |
| Address | 1933 Fort Vancouver Way Vancouver, WA 98663 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 45.634270, -122.652003 |
| Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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