Artwork copyright Harold Hoy. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Walnut, 1977

Harold Hoy
American (born 1941)

Location: Woodlands Elementary, Bremerton

About the Artwork

Artist Harold Hoy carved Walnut from Alder wood. Hoy notes that his sculptural works often explore the contrast between the modern world and the natural environment.

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

About the Artist

Oregon-based artist Harold Hoy creates figurative animal sculptures from galvanized steel. His materials and process of construction are conceptually inspired by the "Erector Set" metal toy construction sets.
Hoy earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Central Washington University in Ellensburg and his Master of Fine Arts degree in painting and sculpture from the University of Oregon. He served for many years as an art instructor and gallery director at Lane Community College in Eugene, Oregon.