Flight of the Mind, Exploration of the Heart, 2005
Johanna Poethig
(American, born 1956)
Location: Clark College - Washington State University, Vancouver
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Johanna Poethig's mural Flight of the Mind, Exploration of the Heart pays homage to the local Vancouver area's contributions to American scientific advancement and history. The mural also depicts three generations of caregivers, acknowledging the Clark College nursing students that use the building. The artwork extends onto the floor with a laser-cut, marmoleum disk that continues the overall composition.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Clark College and Washington State University.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Johanna Poethig is a visual, public, and performance artist based in California. She reflects on satire, symbol, human nature, society, and consumerism in her paintings, sculptures, and installations. Her performance work includes experimental music and video while exploring topics influenced by feminism and global politics. She was a Professor at California State University, Monterrey Bay. Poethig received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz. She received a Master of Fine Arts degree at Mills College in Oakland, California.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Painting - paint on rigid surface / mixed media |
Medium | Acrylic paint, plywood relief, and laser cut Marmoleum |
Dimensions | 25 ft x 19 ft |
ID Number | WSAC2003.079.000 |
Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
Artist Location | California, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Clark College |
Artwork Location | Clark College - Washington State University Clark center, Interior entrance wall |
WA County | Clark |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | College |
Address | 1800 E. McLoughlin Blvd. Vancouver, WA 98663 |
Geo. Coordinates | 45.733314, -122.635074 |
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