Artwork copyright Jo Fyfe. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Out of School, 1997
Jo Fyfe
American (born 1941)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
About the Artwork
Out of School is an expressive painting by artist Jo Fyfe. The imagery playfully depicts a school of fish swimming inside and outside a central circle. The title and idea for the painting asks the viewer to think about individuality and community. She notes, “To stray a bit is important and a bit of an adventure, but we must be careful not to go too far or we are in jeopardy of being ‘caught.’”
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State Arts Commission.
About the Artist
Jo Fyfe explores color, texture, and narrative using a variety of materials and found objects.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.
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