Artwork copyright Heidi Oberheide. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Yellowstone Fire, 1990
Heidi Oberheide
Canadian (born 1943, died 2023)
Location: Artz-Fox Elementary School, Mabton
About the Artwork
Yellowstone Fire by Heidi Oberheide depicts the scene of a wildfire and the affected wildlife. The scene is set into and forms the silhouette of a bear that she has used in other artworks. The painting also explores the relationships between humans and the world around them. Oberheide is inspired by the open spaces, plants, and landscapes of the West.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Mabton School District.
About the Artist
Eastern Washington artist Heidi Oberheide's (1943-2023) work explores color relationships and elemental forms. Oberheide is inspired by the open spaces, unique vegetation, desert, canyons, and mountains of the West. She is also interested in the intersections between humans and nature.Oberheide was born in Germany. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1969 and a Master of Fine Arts degree in drawing and printmaking in 1971, both from Southern Illinois University. In 1972, she co-founded St. Michael's Printshop in Newfoundland, Canada. She has lived and worked in Eastern Washington since 1983.
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