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Artwork copyright Cheryll Leo-Gwin. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
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Artwork copyright Cheryll Leo-Gwin. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Take a Giant Step, 1990
Cheryll Leo-Gwin
(American, born 1944)
Location: Graham Elementary, Graham
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Take a Giant Step is a porcelain enamel painting created by artist Cheryll Leo-Gwin through a "stream of consciousness" process. Characterized by a layered composition of fantastical imagery, this piece is inspired by astronaut Neil Armstrong's moon landing. The artwork is a tribute to her son graduating high school and taking "his first giant step into manhood."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Bethel School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Cheryll Leo-Gwin creates fantastical compositions using a variety of materials including enamel, metal, painting, and digital. Many of her artworks draw on imagery from dreams as well as her Chinese heritage.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on rigid surface / mixed media |
| Medium | Porcelain enamel on steel |
| Dimensions | 45 15/16 in x 46 1/16 in x 1 1/16 in (overall) |
| ID Number | WSAC1991.117.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Bethel School District |
| Artwork Location | Graham Elementary Hallway, Outside of gym |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 10026 East 204th St. Graham, WA 98338 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.070480, -122.296646 |
| Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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