Artwork copyright Acrylicize. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2024.

Artwork copyright Acrylicize. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2024.

Artwork copyright Acrylicize. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2024.

Artwork copyright Acrylicize. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2024.

Artwork copyright Acrylicize. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2024.

Artwork copyright Acrylicize. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2024.

Artwork copyright Acrylicize. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2024.

Flourish / Thrive, 2024

Acrylicize

Location: University of Washington, Seattle

About the Artwork

Flourish / Thrive by Acrylicize celebrates the growth of a community as a diverse range of species, flourishing and thriving. Within the mural, you can barely see the nurse log at the bottom as it supports a vibrant ecosystem. Within this mural are various patterns and shapes that bring the plant life of the Pacific Northwest to life. This diversity of plant life represents all of the individuals and communities impacted by medical professions. They are able to thrive because of the support and nourishment provided by individuals studying at the UW. A nurse log is a fallen tree that, as it decays, provides enriching elements for seedlings to grow. This is strikingly similar to the uplifting culture of care that the UW medical programs provide to their patients and communities. The UW Health Sciences Education Building is like a nurse log: a symbolic backbone to the UW community and the growth that takes place because of it.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with University of Washington.

About the Artist

Acrylicize uses art as a vehicle for storytelling, celebrating culture and identity. They are based out of New York City and London, England.