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Acts of Kindness, by Ellensburg artist Julie Prather, was installed inside University Place Primary shortly before the start of the school year. Consisting of eight stained glass windows, the artwork surrounds the entrance to the school’s library.
Starting with her first visit with the local Art Selection Committee, Prather worked to identify a theme for the project. Acts of Kindness, which corresponds to values taught within the school, was chosen. Teachers on the committee asked UP Primary students to create drawings based on that theme which were then sent to the artist. Prather sorted through the submissions and worked several into her project design by editing out portions and combining elements, ultimately capturing the unique quality of line and narrative while presenting a mature artistic statement.
Artwork acquired through Washington State’s Art in Public Places Program becomes part of the State Art Collection â€" a collection of over 4,600 works of art located at state agencies, public schools, colleges and universities throughout the state.