Artwork copyright Morse Clary. Photo courtesy of the artist, 1976.

Artwork copyright Morse Clary. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission (black and white photo).

Linda Locust, 1976

Morse Clary
American (born 1939, died 2019)

Location: Goldendale High School, Goldendale

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Linda Locust is a figurative sculpture by artist Morse Clary. The composition depicts a human hand gesturing towards a woman’s head. Lustrous and richly detailed, the sculpture highlights the texture and color variations in the wood grain.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Northwest sculptor Morse Clary (1939-2019) created artworks that use imagery, texture, and form to explore ideas and themes. His art reflected his love of nature. Clary grew up in Nebraska and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in art at Chadron State College, Nebraska. He was stationed in Germany with the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1965. After that, he earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in sculpture at the University of Idaho. He worked as a professional artist for over 50 years and taught art at the college level in Nebraska, Ohio, Idaho, and Washington, including at Columbia Basin College in Pasco, Southeastern Washington for 25 years.