Artwork copyright Pam Beyette. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Pam Beyette. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Pam Beyette. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Pam Beyette. Photo courtesy of Little Cedars Elementary.
Artwork copyright Pam Beyette. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Artwork copyright Pam Beyette. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).
Arborvitae, 2007-2008
Pam Beyette
(American, born 1945)
Location: Little Cedars Elementary, Snohomish
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Pam Beyette's granite and bronze sculpture Arborvitae uses the western redcedar to represent learning and development. The iconic Pacific Northwest tree's cone is shown in its early seed form at Little Cedars Elementary, and in its more mature flowering stage at nearby Glacier Peak High School (both in Northwestern Washington). Students interact with the two artworks at different stages in their own life and education, as they mature, like the western redcedar cone.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Snohomish School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Seattle-based artist Pam Beyette creates integrated public art installations. She states, "My inspiration is sourced from environmental, historical, and cultural experiences, creating art that softens the edges of our urban environment, while revealing a unique sense of place."
Beyette earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in printmaking from the University of Washington in Seattle in 1970.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - other metals |
| Medium | Bronze and granite rock |
| Dimensions | Large upright stone: 45 in x 40 in x 36 in; Large horizontal stone: 13 in x 45 in x 52 in; and Four bronze cones 11 in x 5 in x 5 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2007.009.001A-F |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Snohomish School District |
| Artwork Location | Little Cedars Elementary Main entry plaza, Seating wall on main entry plaza, Behind security wall on boulders |
| WA County | Snohomish |
| Placement | Exterior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 7408 144th Pl SE Snohomish, WA 98296 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.865763, -122.133674 |
| 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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