LaPrea and Her Mother Read, 1998

Louise Williams
(American, born 1947, died 2004)

Location: Lakewood Elementary, Marysville

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

LaPrea and Her Mother Read is a pastel drawing by late artist Louise Williams. It is inspired by her experiences as an artist, teacher, and mother. It celebrates our interconnectedness and a love of reading. She noted, "Reading has always been very important to me as a pleasurable activity, a way to gain information and understand the world. I know many single parent families, and this image is modeled on one of my favorite of such loving families."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Lakewood 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
MediumPastel on paper
Dimensions3 ft 8 1/2 in x 2 ft 6 in
ID NumberWSAC1998.066.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyLakewood School District
Artwork LocationLakewood Elementary
Temporarily not on display.
WA CountySnohomish
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address17000 16th Dr NE
Marysville, WA 98271
Geo. Coordinates48.150861, -122.208910
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