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Artwork copyright Leland Standley. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
The Road to Minimalism, 1994
Leland Standley
(American, born 1933, died 2016)
Location: Nooksack Valley High School, Everson
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Leland Standley describes his atmospheric, expressive painting The Road to Minimalism and his artistic process as an exploration and discovery of the boundary "between comprehension and awe".
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Nooksack Valley School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest painter Leland Standley (1933-2016) created gestural and expressive landscapes. Describing his artistic process, Leland noted "I paint in the spirit that celebrates the union of humankind with nature". He was a resident of Vashon Island in South Puget Sound, Western Washington, for over 25 years.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on fabric |
| Medium | Oil paint on linen |
| Dimensions | 53 in x 33 1/2 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1995.074.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Nooksack Valley School District |
| Artwork Location | Nooksack Valley High School Main hallway, Across from guidance center |
| WA County | Whatcom |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 3326 E Badger Rd Everson, WA 98247 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.964279, -122.307563 |
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