Artwork copyright Ann Gardner. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Floating, 1993

Ann Gardner
American (born 1947)

Location: Parkside Elementary, Des Moines

About the Artwork

Artist Ann Gardner creates artworks in print and glass to explore the patterns found in everyday objects common to our daily lives. Floating is part of a group of collages featuring printed shapes created from stencils. She notes, "I cut them up and 'quilt' them back together, honoring both the patterning and quilting found in ours and many other cultures."

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

About the Artist

Seattle-based artist Ann Gardner creates sculptures using glass and mosaic materials. Her works explore pattern and rhythm in organic forms. She studied ceramics and fine art at the University of Oregon and Portland State University.