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Artwork copyright Cheri O'Brien. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
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Artwork copyright Cheri O'Brien. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Small Fish Tale, 1993
Cheri O'Brien
(American, born 1958)
Location: Richard Gordon Elementary, Kingston
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Small Fish Tale is a vibrant painting by artist Cheri O'Brien. It is part of a series that portrays swimming figures surrounded by leaping fish. While O'Brien does not have a fixed symbolism for the fish imagery, she notes that "[fish] are a large part of our Northwest heritage."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with North Kitsap School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Cheri O'Brien creates quirky and humorous narrative folk-compositions. She uses many different materials, including oil painting, paper-mache sculpture, and painted glass. In her own words, "My paintings are reflections of my life as an artist, mother, and observer. I attempt to understand my world with finding humor in beauty and the beauty of humor."
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on fabric |
| Medium | Acrylic paint on canvas |
| Dimensions | 30 in x 30 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1994.063.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | North Kitsap School District |
| Artwork Location | Richard Gordon Elementary B-pod hall, Above doorway |
| WA County | Kitsap |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 26331 Barber Cutoff RD Kingston, WA 98346 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.802597, -122.516615 |
| 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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