Wildlife on the Halfpipe, 2009
Ross Matteson
(American, born 1957)
Location: Granite Falls High School, Granite Falls
- ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Ross Matteson depicts an Osprey and two fish in a mix of metals. The sculpture represents the town of Granite Falls' history with natural resource extraction and its future as the scenic gateway to the North Cascades National Park.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Granite Falls School District.
- ABOUT THE ARTIST
Olympia, Washington-based artist Ross Matteson creates sculptures in a variety of media and for diverse public and private venues. He is a falconer, and his visual imagery is often inspired by birds and natural forms. He received his Bachelor of Arts from The Evergreen State College in Olympia.
ARTWORK DETAILS
- Material Category
Sculpture - other metals
- Medium
Bronze, steel, stainless steel, and concrete
- Dimensions
130 in x 60 in x 44 in
- ID Number
WSAC2007.045.000
- Acquisition Method
Site responsive commission
- Artist Location
Washington, United States
LOCATION INFORMATION
- Agency
Granite Falls School District
- Artwork Location
Granite Falls High School
2nd floor library - center of south windows above front entrance- WA County
Snohomish
- Setting
Interior
- Site Type
Public School
- Address
1401 100th St. NE
Granite Falls, WA 98252- Geo. Coordinates
48.08767 | -121.987446
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