Artwork copyright Roger Ralston. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright Roger Ralston. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Ryzomic Possibilities: smiling here and there, 2007

Roger Ralston
American (born 1957)

Location: Newport High School, Bellevue

About the Artwork

Roger Ralston's artwork represents the interconnectedness of plants that spread through rhizomes—building strong networks—as a metaphor for the idea of community.

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

About the Artist

Spokane, Eastern Washington-based artist Roger Ralston creates public art installations, small-scale sculpture, drawings, and web-based activities. His work captures the beauty of daily activity.
Ralston is an instructor of art at Eastern Washington University in Cheney. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon. He received a Master of Fine Arts degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge in 1989.