Artwork copyright Andrea Wilbur-Sigo. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2025.

Artwork copyright Andrea Wilbur-Sigo. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2025.

Artwork copyright Andrea Wilbur-Sigo. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2025.

Artwork copyright Andrea Wilbur-Sigo. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2025.

Artwork copyright Andrea Wilbur-Sigo. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2025.

Artwork copyright Andrea Wilbur-Sigo. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2025.

Tree of Life, 2025

Andrea Wilbur-Sigo
American Squaxin Island Skokomish (born 1975)

Location: Shoreline Community College, Shoreline

About the Artwork

Tree of Life by Andrea Wilbur-Sigo symbolizes the Blessings and Issues that are happening in the world, and especially in Washington State. It is comprised of two weaving comb sculptures and four paddle sculptures. Wilbur-Sigo explains, "The seven teeth [on the combs] are the seven generations we continuously think of so all can have a brighter future. Just like our sun and moon work together to keep our tides moving, so our wind will keep blowing, and our rain will keep falling, so we can once again see the bright future of the sun. The sun and moon are also what makes it possible to weave together all people for generations to come, to learn from each other, working together just as the sun and moon have done since the beginning of time."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Shoreline Community College.

About the Artist

Andrea Wilbur-Sigo is an active member of the Squaxin Island Tribe (based around Shelton, Western Washington). Her artworks reflects her heritage and its strong artistic community. She serves her tribe as a member of the education committee and board member of the Tribal Museum. She teaches Coast Salish art classes to children and adults.