October, 1984

Liza vonRosenstiel
American (born 1954)

Location: Maple View Middle School, Covington

About the Artwork

Using bright autumn colors and familiar but abstracted forms, artist Liza vonRosenstiel's October juxtaposes a realistic subject walking through a fantastical landscape.

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

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.

Liza vonRosenstiel earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) in 1978. She previously taught at Deep Springs College, an undergraduate institution and working cattle ranch in the desert of California. She now makes her home in Arizona.

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