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Artwork copyright Jeffrey Keith. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
Two Women Rowing, 1986
Jeffrey Keith
(American, born 1954)
Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary, Yakima
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
With bright colors and an expressive style, Two Women Rowing is an example of artist Jeffrey Keith's paintings that explore imagery of boats and vessels at sea. Exploring themes of friendship and shared experience, Keith views the sea as a metaphor for "life in the world."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Yakima School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Denver, Colorado-based painter Jeffrey Keith creates expressive compositions that explore color and abstract forms. He teaches color theory, painting, and drawing at the University of Denver School of Art and Art History.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on fabric |
| Medium | Oil paint on canvas |
| Dimensions | 5 ft x 8 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC1988.015.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Colorado, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Yakima School District |
| Artwork Location | Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary NW stairwell |
| WA County | Yakima |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 2000 South 18th St. Yakima, WA 98901 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 46.572905, -120.478692 |
| 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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