CRUX (1), 1986

Jennifer Stabler-Holland
(American, born 1952)

Location: Ridgetop Middle School, Silverdale

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

CRUX (1) is the first piece in artist Jennifer Stabler-Holland’s series of paintings that use abstract imagery to express a critical moment or idea. This piece uses form and color to reference landscape and animal forms. It is a meditation on endangered species and the fragility of our ecosystems. The central image forms a cross, filled with animal-like bodies. She notes, “The whole piece is laid out symmetrically in order to emphasize the cross shape in the center; the ‘crux’ of the problem. Within us is the power to destroy and save the environment.”

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Central Kitsap School District.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Jennifer Stabler-Holland is a Washington-based artist whose paintings and collage-works explore personal narratives, natural imagery, color, and form.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryWork on paper - painting
MediumWatercolor paint on paper
Dimensions3 ft 5 1/2 in x 2 ft 5 1/2 in
ID NumberWSAC1989.053.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyCentral Kitsap School District
Artwork LocationRidgetop Middle School
Across from library entrance
WA CountyKitsap
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address10600 Hillsboro Dr. NW
Silverdale, WA 98383
Geo. Coordinates47.658564, -122.668296
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