Site #20: Men at Work, 1988

Juliana Heyne
(American, born 1939)

Location: Stanton Academy, Yakima

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Site #20: Men at Work is part of artist Juliana Heyne's series of paintings and drawings that depict the construction of the Seattle Convention Center. She began sketching the construction site in the spring of 1986, exploring the figurative and formal variations of the construction process.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Yakima School District.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Seattle-based painter Juliana Heyne captures imagery based on her travels near and far. She is inspired by the beauty of aging cities, construction sites, and natural structures in the middle of nowhere. In her own words "No matter the subject matter, there's some kind of beauty at its core that draws me."

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryWork on paper - drawing
MediumOil stick and oil pastel on 100% rag paper
Dimensions26 in x 40 in
ID NumberWSAC1988.012.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyYakima School District
Artwork LocationStanton Academy
Group room
WA CountyYakima
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address802 River Road
Yakima, WA 98902
Geo. Coordinates46.617522, -120.522560
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