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Artwork copyright Jerry Scheideman. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
Asphalt Blue, 1978
Jerry Scheideman
(American, born 1932, died 2003)
Location: Meridian High School, Bellingham
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Late artist Jerry Scheideman created this abstract compositions using a technique which produces textural, glass-like surfaces in vibrant colors. Asphalt Blue combines abstracted forms in rich hues, foregrounded by stripes of negative space.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Meridian School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist and sculptor Jerry Scheideman (1932-2003) created his compositions by painting glass-like enamel on steel panels.
Scheideman received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Idaho. He received a Master of Fine Arts degree from California College of the Arts and Crafts in 1959.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - coated metals |
| Medium | Enamel on steel |
| Dimensions | 22 in x 22 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1979.071.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Meridian School District |
| Artwork Location | Meridian High School Main office, Near Vice Principal's office |
| WA County | Whatcom |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 194 W Laurel Road Bellingham, WA 98226 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.856220, -122.490982 |
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