Artwork copyright Melissa Madsen. Photo courtesy of Harriet Thompson Elementary, 2024.
Artwork copyright Melissa Madsen. Photo courtesy of Harriet Thompson Elementary, 2024.
Untitled, 2003
Melissa Madsen
American (born 1960)
Location: Harriet Thompson Elementary, Grandview
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with .
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist and illustrator Melissa Madsen (formerly Melissa Bale) creates artworks inspired by local nature and celebrating childish wonder. Madsen grew up in western Montana where she developed a love for its “pristine wilderness.” She spent some of her career in Eastern Washington before moving back to Montana.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - painting |
| Medium | Gouache paint and sequins on rag paper |
| Dimensions | 24 in x 20 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2002.011.006 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Montana, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | |
| Artwork Location | Harriet Thompson Elementary Music room |
| WA County | Yakima |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1105 W 2nd Street Grandview, WA 98930 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 46.255858, -119.917167 |
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