ABOUT THE ARTWORK
This sculpture is part of a series of four clay artworks created by artist Patrick Amiot. The sculptures are inspired by the history of the Tumwater area and the legacy of Michael T. Simmons, one of the first white settlers on Puget Sound. Simmons arrived by wagon train in the 1840s and was a founder of the new settlement that they named New Market (now Tumwater). This artwork shows a scene in which Simmons and Nisqually people share stories around a campfire. The smoke of the campfire has come to life as a fantastic monster.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Tumwater School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist Patrick Amiot creates whimsical sculptures and wall reliefs. He also collaborates with his wife, artist Brigitte Laurent, to create "Junk Art" sculptures made from found objects. He is dyslexic and notes that he experienced difficulties in a formal education setting: "I found that working with clay gave me a welcome release from school routines." Amiot studied at Borget College and Collège de Valleyfield, both in Quebec, Canada.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Medium | Clay |
Dimensions | 10 in x 10 in x 20 in |
ID Number | WSAC1986.067.003 |
Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
Artist Location | California, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Tumwater School District |
Artwork Location | Michael T. Simmons Elementary Library |
WA County | Thurston |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | Public School |
Address | 1205 South 2nd Avenue Olympia, WA 98512 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.005667, -122.911959 |
Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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