Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of the artist (detail).

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright John Rogers. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Akimbo, 2014

John Rogers
(American, born 1951)

Location: Skagit Valley College, Mount Vernon

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Akimbo by artist John Rogers creates a sense of movement and beauty in the three-story interior atrium of Lewis Hall, at Skagit Valley College in Northwest Washington. The suspended sculpture reflects and projects patterns of light with dichroic glass shapes. Dichroic glass contains multiple colors that change depending on light and the viewer's position. The artwork’s asymmetry, curved shapes, and unpredictable light complements the geometry of the building’s architecture.

Rogers states, "My hope is that every viewer has a different interpretation of the sculpture and it creates a mysterious and delightful experience during repeated visits."

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Skagit Valley College.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Portland, Oregon-based artist John Rogers creates large-scale sculptures for public and private spaces. His colorful artworks are made from a variety of materials including metal, glass, ceramics, stone, cement, and plastic. He graduated from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon.