Morning Memory Diversion, 1986
Marty Avrett
(American | Coushatta | Choctaw | Cherokee, born 1942)
Location: Office of the Attorney General - Natural Resources Division (Olympia), Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Based on natural phenomena and the desert landscape, Morning Memory Diversion is conceived as a stylized manipulation of artist Marty Avrett's observations of nature. Describing this process, Avrett states "the subject matter, thus evolved, becomes the vehicle for addressing formal and mechanical problems, philosophical issues and a continued refinement of a universally shared language that is image making."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Kent School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Oklahoma-based painter and art professor Marty Avrett (Coushatta, Choctaw, Cherokee) creates abstract and representational paintings informed by natural landscapes. About his work, Avrett states "Formally, my concerns have to do with spatial illusions, light and its quality, color and surface. I would classify myself as a colorist who is trying to arrive at a kind of personal truth about the images he makes." He is Professor Emeritus at Oklahoma State University.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Painting - paint on fabric |
Medium | Oil paint on canvas |
Dimensions | 46 in x 60 in |
ID Number | WSAC1995.372.000 |
Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
Artist Location | Oklahoma, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Office of the Attorney General |
Artwork Location | Office of the Attorney General - Natural Resources Division (Olympia) 7th floor, End of SE hallway |
WA County | Thurston |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | State Agency |
Address | 1125 Washington St. SE Olympia, WA 98504 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.036869, -122.899137 |
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