Untitled, 2003

Melissa Madsen
American (born 1960)

Location: Harriet Thompson Elementary, Grandview

About the Artwork

Melissa Madsen crafted seven paintings for the walls of Harriet Thompson Elementary School in Grandview, Central Washington. All of the paintings feature colorful depictions of bears, elephants, and other animals, with human clothing, traits and interests. The animals do farm work, play sports, hang out in a living room, play musical instruments, visit a nurse, read books, and more. She hopes the paintings will delight and inspire the students that encounter them.

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

About the Artist

Artist and illustrator Melissa Madsen (formerly Melissa Bale) creates artworks inspired by local nature and celebrating childish wonder. Madsen grew up in western Montana where she developed a love for its “pristine wilderness.” She spent some of her career in Eastern Washington before moving back to Montana.

Material Category	Work on paper - painting
Medium	Gouache paint and sequins on rag paper
Dimensions	4 ft x 8 ft 4 in
ID Number	WSAC2002.011.001
Acquisition Method	Site responsive commission
Artist Location	Montana, United States

Agency	Grandview School District
Artwork Location	Harriet Thompson Elementary West entrance.
WA County	Yakima County
Placement	Interior
Site Type	Public School
Address	1105 West 2nd Street Grandview, WA 98930
Geo. Coordinates	46.255858, -119.917167
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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Untitled, 2003

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