Artwork copyright Jo Fyfe. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.

Golden Guardian, 1995

Jo Fyfe
American (born 1941)

Location: Wilson Middle School, Yakima

About the Artwork

Jo Fyfe creates artworks inspired by Native American spirituality. ‘Golden Guardian’ uses abstract patterns and forms to depict an eagle and hunters. This piece symbolizes protection, earth's bounty, and the circle of life.

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

About the Artist

Born in Omak, Northeastern Washington, non-Native artist Jo Fyfe's artworks are influenced by the heritage of Native American cultures of the interior Pacific Northwest. She earned a Master in Fine Arts degree from Washington State University in Pullman, Eastern Washington, and taught art for many years at Spokane Falls Community College. She is based in Spokane, Eastern Washington.