Artwork copyright Curtis Pittman. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2022.
Artwork copyright Curtis Pittman. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2022 (detail).
Artwork copyright Curtis Pittman. Photo courtesy of the artist, 2022.
Tree of Life, 2022
Curtis Pittman
Location: Ridgefield High School, Ridgefield
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Tree of Life by Curtis Pittman suggests a large tree form, with wind-blown branches that gesture towards the nearby Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge in Southwestern Washington. It has ten trunk forms with attached branches, with each branch holding two to three green acrylic "leaves". Pittman notes that “its symbolism of ‘growth’ parallels the growth of the students that we educate.”
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Ridgefield School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Curtis Pittman creates large-scale public art installations. He is interested in the uniqueness of “place.” He aims to capture a site’s history, traditions, and surrounding context within his sculptures and installations.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Weathered steel pipe and acrylic panel |
| Dimensions | 18 ft x 8 ft x 8 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC2021.009.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Ridgefield School District |
| Artwork Location | Ridgefield High School East entrance to campus |
| WA County | Clark |
| Placement | Exterior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 2630 S. Hillhurst Rd. Ridgefield, WA 98642 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 45.797093, -122.713509 |
| 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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