Artwork copyright Jane Burns. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Jane Burns. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Double Jump, 1999

Jane Burns
(American, born 1957)

Location: Bellingham High School, Bellingham

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Created as part of artist Jane Burns' series of paintings that feature twins, Double Jump depicts two figures holding hands while skipping rope. Play features largely in this series and acts as a metaphor for communication, imagination, and embracing different points of view. Burns notes that the "satisfying symmetry of cooperation that we learn in childhood and continue to use to enrich our experiences as we get older is also a source of inspiration for me."

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

While working as an illustrator and graphic designer, Northwest artist Jane Burns continues to create fine art paintings, prints, and multimedia artworks. Often inspired by children, Burns' artworks bridge the gap between fine art and functional objects. She has illustrated children's books and designed children's games like "Tiddley Winks." She lives and works in Bellingham, Northwestern Washington.