Artwork copyright Midori Kono Thiel. Photo courtesy of the artist.
White Water, 1978
Midori Kono Thiel
(American, born 1933)
Location: Pierce College - Fort Steilacoom, Lakewood
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
White Water is a woodblock print created by artist Midori Kono Thiel. The minimalist composition highlights subtle textures and color relationships. The artist studied woodblock printing during an fellowship in Tokyo, Japan.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Pierce College.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Seattle-based artist and teacher Midori Kono Thiel creates traditional Japanese artworks, including Sumi-e paintings, calligraphy, and textiles.
Midori Kono Thiel was born in Berkeley, California, and grew up on Maui, Hawaii. She earned Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from the University of California, Berkeley. During 1960-61, she received a University of California travelling fellowship and studied woodblock printmaking and color woodblock in Tokyo, Japan. She has exhibited at the De Young Museum in San Francisco, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Seattle Art Museum, Portland Art, the Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience in Seattle, and more.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Woodblock print |
| Dimensions | 21 in x 26 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1978.080.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Pierce College District |
| Artwork Location | Pierce College - Fort Steilacoom Cascade building, 4th floor |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | College |
| Address | 9401 Farwest Dr. SW Lakewood, WA 98498 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.171983, -122.570886 |
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