Artwork copyright d'Elaine Johnson. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Weaving Rain, 2001

d'Elaine Johnson
American (born 1932)

Location: Harbor Ridge Middle School, Gig Harbor

About the Artwork

Weaving Rain is part of artist d'Elaine Johnson's series of paintings that focus on the symbolic power of water. She notes, "My art form ties all life on this planet together in a universal context through the seas, where life began and today connects all as one." The detailed composition suggests fluidity and movement. The motifs reference a traditional Mayan garment called a huipil. The repetition of woven patterns in a huipil are meant to suggest the universe.

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

About the Artist

Artist d'Elaine Johnson creates paintings that reflect her interest in the sea and nautical mythology. She developed her imagery based on scuba-diving expeditions.
Born in Puyallup, Western Washington, d'Elaine Johnson earned a Bachelor of Arts degree at Central Washington University in Ellensburg and a Master of Fine Arts degree at the University of Washington in Seattle. She lives and paints in Edmonds, Northwestern Washington.