Artwork copyright Liza vonRosenstiel. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Room Full of Blues, Date unknown

Liza vonRosenstiel
American (born 1954)

Location: Olympic College, Bremerton

About the Artwork

‘Room Full of Blues’ by Liza vonRosenstiel was created during a three-month painting fellowship in Taos, New Mexico. The artist uses rich blue hues and a simple composition to depict and confront her feelings. She notes, “I didn’t know anyone and went for days without speaking to anyone. I listed to “The Blues” on the radio. I often sat at the window, at night, watching the moon. I loved being there, but I also felt disconnected and a bit adrift.”

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

About the Artist

Longtime Washington artist and teacher Liza vonRosenstiel draws imagery and inspiration from animals and the natural world. Her paintings inspire the viewer to imagine their own stories. Her art is also inspired by the news, Indian miniatures, and early Italian painting.
VonRosenstiel earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) in 1978. She lived on Whidbey Island, Western Washington for over twenty years, and is currently based in Arizona.