Visions II, 1980

Garth Edwards
American (born 1950, died 2021)

Location: Friday Harbor Middle and High School, Friday Harbor

About the Artwork

Northwest artist Garth Edwards creates playful, figurative sculptures and installations. An example of his early work in stained glass, Visions II suggests a perspective of optimism, insight and imagination.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with San Juan Island School District.

About the Artist

Northwest artist Garth Edwards (1950-2021) created playful, figurative works on paper, sculptures, and installations. He worked mainly in metal and stained glass.

Edwards grew up in Portland, Oregon, and studied glassblowing at Portland State University in Oregon and at Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, Northwestern Washington. He taught at Portland Community College and the Oregon School of Arts and Crafts (both in Oregon), and worked full-time as an artist since 1980.

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