Cornpatch, 1984
Pena Bonita
(American | Apache | Oklahoma Seminole, born 1948)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Cornpatch is a four-piece hand-colored photograph created by Native American photographer Pena Bonita. She describes her Tuscaroran heritage as having an "inseparable" influence on her observations as an artist and photographer.
This artwork is part of Beyond Blue Mountains, a collection that was curated by late Tlingit (Native Alaskan) artist Jim Schoppert. It presents the work of Native American artists of diverse heritage, ideas, materials, and styles. The collection takes an in-depth look at the artists’ unique voices and interpretations of tradition.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Department of Corrections.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Pena Bonita (Apache and Seminole) creates art that reflects Native American values and experiences. Bonita grew up in New Mexico and moved to New York City in the 1980s, where she continues to live and work. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in studio art and a Master of Fine Arts degree from Hunter College in New York City. She is also a published writer of short stories, poetry, and non-fiction.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Medium | Photograph painted with plastic base paints |
Dimensions | Four panels, 24 in x 16 in each |
ID Number | WSAC1985.056.000 |
Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Washington State Arts Commission |
Artwork Location | Washington State Arts Commission Temporarily not on display. |
WA County | Thurston |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | State Agency |
Address | 711 Capitol Way S., Suite 600 Olympia, WA 98504 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.041975, -122.901474 |
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