Tree of Man #3, 1988
Barbara Eiswerth
(American, born 1955)
Location: Sunnyslope Elementary, Port Orchard
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Barbara Eiswerth’s monotype print Tree of Man #3 is part of a series that focuses on how we mistreat our natural forests and lands. She based the imagery on clear-cut forests in Oregon. Eiswerth notes, “It is our responsibility to take care of our land as if we loved it, not as if it is an enemy to be destroyed. Taking care of nature, as we want it to take care of us.” She created this series during an artist residency at the Ucross Foundation in Wyoming.
Monotypes are unique prints created by painting with inks directly onto the printing plate. Eiswerth noted that "It is the most spontaneous of any printmaking form, this is why I like it... This process is extremely challenging and equally rewarding: when you pull a perfect print."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with South Kitsap School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Portland, Oregon-based artist Barbara Eiswerth creates artworks that address environmental issues through an imaginative, personal lens. Raised in Pennsylvania, she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Lock Haven University. She studied abroad in Poland and England as part of her degree. She later attended the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Medium | Monotype print |
Dimensions | 43 1/2 in x 29 3/4 in |
ID Number | WSAC1990.250.000 |
Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
Artist Location | Oregon, United States |
Location Information
Agency | South Kitsap School District |
Artwork Location | Sunnyslope Elementary Hallway between rooms 4 and 5 |
WA County | Kitsap |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | Public School |
Address | 4183 Sunnyslope RD SW Port Orchard, WA 98366 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.511244, -122.730338 |
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