Artwork copyright Louise Williams. Photo courtesy of the artist.

The Lesson, 1999

Louise Williams
American (born 1947, died 2004)

Location: Tiffany Park Elementary, Seattle

About the Artwork

Late artist Louise Williams created The Lesson after watching her granddaughter's dance class. Inspired by the hopefulness and compassion of children, Williams notes, "perhaps, as many believe, our continued existence depends on how we learn to be with one another and teach our children."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Renton School District.

About the Artist

Northwest artist Louise Williams (1947-2004) created artworks informed by everyday life, by travel, and by her experiences as a woman and mother.
Williams received a Bachelor of Arts from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington, and a Master of Fine Arts in drawing and painting from Central Washington University in Ellensburg.