Artwork copyright Melissa Madsen. Photo courtesy of the artist.
What's in The Air, 1990
Melissa Madsen
(American, born 1960)
Location: Cougar Valley Elementary, Silverdale
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
'What's in the Air' is a richly colorful and detailed painting by artist Melissa Madsen. Populated by different manmade objects, natural forms, plants and animals, this piece examines our busy daily lives and our relationship to the natural world. Madsen notes "I consider my paintings to be narrative and whimsical. I approach my work in a lighthearted way in an effort to project the joy one can feel when actively participating in an environment that is not destroyed."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Central Kitsap School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist and illustrator Melissa Madsen (formerly Melissa Bale) creates artworks inspired by local nature and celebrating childish wonder. Madsen grew up in western Montana where she developed a love for its “pristine wilderness.” She spent some of her career in Eastern Washington before moving back to Montana.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - mixed media |
| Medium | Gouache paint, lithograph, and beads |
| Dimensions | 22 in x 30 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1990.292.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Montana, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Central Kitsap School District |
| Artwork Location | Cougar Valley Elementary Library, Behind desk, On shelf |
| WA County | Kitsap |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 13200 Olympic View Rd. NW Silverdale, WA 98383 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.682892, -122.725193 |
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