Artwork copyright Dana Boussard. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Vision Quest, 1993

Dana Boussard
American (born 1944)

Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia

About the Artwork

Vision Quest is a handmade painted and appliqued tapestry created by textile artist Dana Boussard. This piece depicts symbolic forms and expressive landscape elements. She describes this piece as "a soulful work wherein I see the land, watched over by the spirit in our lives. That gentle reminder to take care of what we cherish most in our lives."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State Arts Commission.

About the Artist

Montana-based artist Dana Boussard creates narrative-driven paintings, drawings, fiber works, and glass installations. Her works explore concepts of home, memory and spirituality. She received the Montana Governor's Arts Award in 1987. Boussard is a non-Native artist.