ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Brian Swanson's Retreat installation creates a shaded seating area of trellises, shady plants, and repurposed farm equipment.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Columbia Basin College.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist Brian Swanson creates sculptures and installations for public spaces, often using tools, machinery, and found objects. He is interested in the "machine age" and in found objects that have a history.
Swanson earned an Associate's degree from Rock Valley College in Illinois. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree (1974) with a teaching certificate at Western Illinois University and a Master of Arts degree (1980) in sculpture from Central Washington University in Ellensburg. Swanson lived in the Seattle area during the 1980s and 90s. He currently lives in southern Utah.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Sculpture - wood |
Medium | Wood, sandstone, basalt rock, steel, and plants |
Dimensions | Four areas, each 24 ft x 90 ft (approximately) |
ID Number | WSAC2003.081.000 |
Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
Artist Location | Utah, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Columbia Basin College |
Artwork Location | Columbia Basin College Building A, Administration, Landscaped area by SE entrance |
WA County | Franklin |
Placement | Exterior |
Site Type | College |
Address | 2600 N 20th Ave. Pasco, WA 99301 |
Geo. Coordinates | 46.249932, -119.119187 |
Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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