Artwork copyright Jenny Holzer. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.

Artwork copyright Jenny Holzer. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.

Artwork copyright Jenny Holzer. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1989.

Artwork copyright Jenny Holzer. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1989.

Artwork copyright Jenny Holzer. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1989.

Artwork copyright Jenny Holzer. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1989.

Selections from the Truism, Living and Survival Series, 1989

Jenny Holzer
(American, born 1950)

Location: Washington State Convention Center, Seattle

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Conceptual artist Jenny Holzer's installation of fifteen signs made of LED lights are located in a public meeting place within the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle. The signs ask viewers to think about how words and ideas impact our society. The texts are taken from three series by the artist: 'Truisms', 'Living', and 'Survival.' This artwork explores themes of power, violence, war, and death.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State Convention and Trade Center.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Jenny Holzer is a New York-based conceptual artist. Her works explore how words and language shape our lives. She has created celebrated public installations and has presented her work in exhibitions around the world.