First Frost, 1996
Elwood Jones
(American, born 1925, died 2005)
Location: Bellingham Technical College, Bellingham
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Elwood Jones created the photograph First Frost . The composition captures the vivid hues and beautiful structure of frost on fallen leaves. Jones dedicated his photography to presenting the "universal expression" of flowers and plant life as symbols of "peace, sorrow, love, and joy."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Bellingham Technical College.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Seattle-based psychiatrist Dr. Elwood Jones (1925-2005) was an accomplished photographer, with works collected nationally. Best known for his intimate compositions of flowers, Jones sought to "preserve in imagery their ephemeral beauty."
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Work on paper - photograph |
Medium | Silver dye bleach print on paper |
Dimensions | 12 3/4 in x 9 1/2 in |
ID Number | WSAC1998.018.000 |
Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Bellingham Technical College |
Artwork Location | Bellingham Technical College T building, Hallway |
WA County | Whatcom |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | College |
Address | 3028 Lindbergh Ave. Bellingham, WA 98225 |
Geo. Coordinates | 48.766227, -122.512322 |
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