Artwork copyright Liza vonRosenstiel. Photo courtesy of the artist.

This - That, 1995

Liza vonRosenstiel
American (born 1954)

Location: Hallett Elementary, Medical Lake

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

This - That is part of artist Liza vonRosenstiel’s body of mixed media artworks that depict animal icons. This piece was created from found objects. The shape of the boomerang reminded the artist of deer horns, and inspired the title. She notes, “A boomerang goes in circles. Can you see the two deer facing each other? Have you ever faced someone and had an argument? You say this, they say that, you say this, they say that. The conversation goes in circles and doesn't get resolved.”

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Longtime Washington artist and teacher Liza vonRosenstiel draws imagery and inspiration from animals and the natural world. Her paintings inspire the viewer to imagine their own stories. Her art is also inspired by the news, Indian miniatures, and early Italian painting. Liza vonRosenstiel earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) in 1978. She previously taught at Deep Springs College, an undergraduate institution and working cattle ranch in the desert of California. She now makes her home in Arizona.