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Artwork copyright Justen Ladda. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.
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Artwork copyright Justen Ladda. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.
Hungry?, 1993
Justen Ladda
(German, born 1953)
Location: Department of Labor and Industries, Tumwater
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Justen Ladda's Hungry? humorously greets you upon entering the cafeteria at the Labor and Industries building. The letters span perpendicular walls, so that the word becomes distorted as you move around the area. This artwork is part of a series of site-specific installations by artist Justen Ladda for seven Department of Labor and Industries sites. The seven artworks are broadly inspired by labor and industry in Washington State.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Department of Labor and Industries.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist Justen Ladda creates imaginative conceptual sculptures and public art installations. Ladda grew up in West Germany, and studied art in Germany and at the Brooklyn Museum Art School (1978-80). He lives and works in New York City.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on rigid surface / mixed media |
| Medium | Acrylic paint and latex paint on vinyl wall covering, wall paint, and ceiling tile |
| Dimensions | 9-15 in x 72-120 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1992.190.003 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | New York, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Department of Labor and Industries |
| Artwork Location | Department of Labor and Industries Cafeteria, Hallway |
| WA County | Thurston |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | State Agency |
| Address | 7273 Linderson Way SW Tumwater, WA 98501 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 46.982677, -122.921008 |
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