Artwork copyright Jerry Scheideman. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Jerry Scheideman. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Journey in Red, 1977

Jerry Scheideman
American (born 1932, died 2003)

Location: Spanaway Lake High School, Spanaway

About the Artwork

Late artist Jerry Scheideman created this abstract composition using a technique which produces textural glass-like surfaces in vibrant colors. Journey in Red combines natural forms in rich hues, foregrounded by stripes of negative space.

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

About the Artist

Artist and sculptor Jerry Scheideman (1932-2003) created his compositions by painting glass-like enamel on steel panels.
Scheideman received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Idaho. He received a Master of Fine Arts degree from California College of the Arts and Crafts in 1959.