Artwork copyright Betz Bernhard. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2007.
Sheep, 1984
Betz Bernhard
(American, born 1952)
Location: Norman Rockwell Elementary, Redmond
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Sheep is a life-size concrete sculpture created by artist Betz Bernhard. It is part of a series of four animal sculptures installed in the inner courtyards of Norman Rockwell Elementary. Bernhard notes that these sculptures "will appear almost life-like and may surprise a passer-by.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Lake Washington School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Washington artist Betz Bernhard creates whimsical textile collages, ceramics, and mixed media sculptures. She grew up in New York, and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Kansas City Art Institute. She received her Master in Fine Arts degree from the University of Washington in Seattle.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - concrete |
| Medium | Cement |
| Dimensions | 32 in x 40 in x 14 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1983.166.001 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Lake Washington School District |
| Artwork Location | Norman Rockwell Elementary Quad area, Planter |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Exterior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 11125 162nd Ave. NE Redmond, WA 98052 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.699411, -122.124503 |
| 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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