Artwork copyright Fred Sodt. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.

Homage to the Phone, 1989

Fred Sodt
American (born 1949)

Location: Tacoma Community College, Tacoma

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Homage to the Phone is a still-life painting by artist Fred-Sodt which uses light and shadow to create a realistic illusion of volume and space. Sodt notes that he composed the objects in this piece to "trigger memories and the imagination" in the viewer.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Bellingham, Washington-based artist Fred Sodt creates realistic still-life paintings. Sodt received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Washington University in Bellingham (Northwestern Washington) and a Master of Fine Arts degree from Central Washington University in Ellensburg. He has taught art at Skagit Valley College, Whatcom Community College, and other institutions around Washington State.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryPainting - paint on fabric
MediumOil paint on linen on Masonite board
Dimensions28 1/8 in x 30 in x 1 1/4 in (strainer)
ID NumberWSAC1995.279.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
Agency
Artwork LocationTacoma Community College
Building 7, Library, Room 170, West wall
WA CountyPierce
PlacementInterior
Site TypeCollege
Address6501 S 19th St.
Tacoma, WA 98466
Geo. Coordinates47.24666, -122.524178
Before VisitingSome 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.
Map

Related

Surprise Me