Homage to Chiefs Joseph, Moses, Gary, and My Uncle Charlie Crowfeather, 1982
dick ibach
(American | German, born 1940, died 2021)
Location: Spanaway Lake High School, Spanaway
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Department of Transportation and Bethel School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Spokane, Eastern Washington-based artist dick ibach (1940-2021) created paintings that combine figurative imagery with expressive forms and symbolism. Of his work, ibach states, "The direction of my imagery is often autobiographical. It is my intention to speak of the dichotomy of the human condition: to address both the nobility and stupidity of it all."
ibach earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Seattle University and a Master of Fine Arts degree from the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, in 1972. He taught art at Spokane Falls Community College for over fifteen years. In addition to teaching, he was a Jesuit brother for ten years during the 1960s and he worked many odd jobs such as a hospital orderly, sod buster, cattle brander, grave digger, and cabinet maker. These experiences have shaped his point of view as an artist.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Painting - paint on rigid surface / mixed media |
Medium | Acrylic paint on plywood |
Dimensions | 4 ft x 4 ft |
ID Number | WSAC1981.044.001 |
Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Bethel School District |
Artwork Location | Spanaway Lake High School Grand stairwell off main hallway, 2nd level |
WA County | Pierce |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | Public School |
Address | 1305 168th St E Spanaway, WA 98387 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.105442, -122.413031 |
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