Muses, Date unknown

Janet Taylor Pickett
(American, born 1948)

Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Chehalis

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist Janet Taylor Pickett explores her personal history and ancestry in Muses . The artwork is composed of vivid images, as well as mythical symbols and art historical references. Painting, drawing, collaged elements, and found objects are all used.

This artwork is part of a series of ten mixed-media artworks created by Janet Taylor Pickett for the collection "Who We Are: Autobiographies in Art." The series was commissioned by the Washington State Arts Commission in partnership with the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction in 1990.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Who We Are: Autobiographies in Art Collection.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Artist Janet Taylor Pickett's expressive artworks explore identity and narrative in a variety of media, especially using collage. In her own words: “I’ve always been a narrative artist and my work is about my experience as an African American female artist.”

Janet Taylor Pickett was born in Michigan and received Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees from the University of Michigan. She taught art and art history at Essex County College in New Jersey for over 30 years.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryPainting - paint on fabric
MediumPainting and collage on paper
Dimensions22 1/2 in x 32 in (sheet)
ID NumberWSAC1990.124.000
Acquisition MethodSite responsive commission
Artist LocationNew Jersey, United States
Location Information
AgencyDepartment of Children, Youth, and Families
Artwork LocationWashington State Arts Commission
Not on display. At ArtsWA pending conservation, framing, re-siting, or return to site.
WA CountyLewis
PlacementInterior
Site TypeState Agency
Address375 SW 11th St
Chehalis, WA 98532
Geo. Coordinates46.649873, -122.962401
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