Artwork copyright Marie Hassett. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Boy with Heart, 1999

Marie Hassett
American (born 1944)

Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia

About the Artwork

Artist Marie Hassett created the collage ‘Boy with Heart’ from handmade paper and fabric, layered with photographic images, quilted stitching, and found objects. It is part of a series of artworks created to tell stories about “the resourcefulness and creativity employed to survive and surmount life’s adversities.”

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State Arts Commission.

About the Artist

Marie Hassett creates artist quilts, art books and mixed media collage. Many of her works incorporate images of birds and the natural world while exploring narrative storytelling and symbolism. She lives in Olympia, Washington.