After Work, 1979/84

Connie Ritchie
(American, born 1954)

Location: Carriage Crest Elementary, Renton

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Connie Ritchie composed and hand-painted After Work as an investigation into the narrative relationship of common objects. In this image she creates an implied story of routine that blurs the line between fantasy and reality.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Northwest artist Connie Ritchie creates hand-painted, still-life photographs that explore themes of life and death, identity, and nature. She received an Associate of Applied Science degree in Commercial Photography from Seattle Central College.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryWork on paper - photograph
MediumHand-tinted gelatin silver print
Dimensions16 in x 20 in
ID NumberWSAC1984.131.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyKent School District
Artwork LocationCarriage Crest Elementary
Main hallway by office
WA CountyKing
PlacementInterior
Site TypePublic School
Address18235 140th Ave SE
Renton, WA 98058
Geo. Coordinates47.438088, -122.156724
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