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Gina Ariko Maroni with nuclear blade painting

Interwoven

Gina Ariko Maroni · Blades of Change

Nuclear industrial fan blade, acrylic

Permanently collected by University House, ERA Living (Wallingford), Seattle

Artist Statement

I had such a positive experience interviewing Fred, and we had some surprising connections for two strangers meeting by chance from different generations. The quilt pattern was inspired by Fred's love for family and his many grandchildren. 'The apple never falls far from the tree' was one theme that inspired the work, and purple and gold color palette speak to Minifie's career as Professor of Speech & Hearing Sciences at University of Washington.

Interwoven detail Interwoven installation

About the Artist

Gina Ariko is a Japanese-American artist based in Seattle, WA. Growing up, she spent most of her summers visiting family in Kokura, Japan, where her ojichan and obaachan first taught her to paint. She earned a bachelor's degree in English and studio art from Santa Clara University and is currently represented by Gallery 110 in Seattle.