Artwork copyright Neil McWee. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1994.
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Artwork copyright Neil McWee. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Tree Museum No. 2, 1994
Neil McWee
(American, born 1957)
Location: Pioneer Valley Elementary, Spanaway
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Tree Museum No. 2 is part of a series of photographs by artist Neil McWee taken at the Arboretum near the University of Washington. The title is inspired by Joni Mitchell lyrics from the song "Big Yellow Taxi." The series celebrates and advocates for the preservation and protection of state and national parks. Capturing the vivid colors of fall, this piece features a detailed patchwork of red, orange, yellow, and green Japanese maple leaves.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Bethel School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Pacific Northwest photographer Neil McWee captures richly detailed images of the natural landscape.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - photograph |
| Medium | Silver dye bleach print |
| Dimensions | 25 in x 30 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1995.221.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Bethel School District |
| Artwork Location | Pioneer Valley Elementary Library, Near entrance |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 7315 Eustis Hunt RD Spanaway, WA 98387 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.070809, -122.330520 |
| 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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