Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Motivation, 1993
Garth Edwards
(American, born 1950, died 2021)
Location: Edison Elementary School, Bow
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Motivation is a print by artist Garth Edwards, created by carving away negative space from a linoleum block. Edwards notes that this piece is "about being self motivated and making your own goals."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Burlington-Edison School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Garth Edwards (1950-2021) created playful, figurative works on paper, sculptures, and installations. He worked mainly in metal and stained glass.
Edwards grew up in Portland, Oregon, and studied glassblowing at Portland State University in Oregon and at Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, Northwestern Washington. He taught at Portland Community College and the Oregon School of Arts and Crafts (both in Oregon), and worked full-time as an artist since 1980.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - print |
| Medium | Lino print on rice paper |
| Dimensions | 12 in x 9 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1996.170.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Burlington-Edison School District |
| Artwork Location | Edison Elementary School Outside of library |
| WA County | Skagit |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 5801 Main Ave Bow, WA 98232 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.561439, -122.438677 |
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