Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Artwork copyright Garth Edwards. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Animal Science, 1995

Garth Edwards
(American, born 1950, died 2021)

Location: Washington State University, Pullman

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist Garth Edwards created the installation Animal Science . It is made up of cut-out animal designs on benches and as wall pieces. The designs include different kinds of livestock and animals common to Eastern Washington. The Department of Animal Sciences inspired the sculptures. In this department students learn about animal behavior, biology, and husbandry.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State University.

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.