Letters from Home
On DisplayBy Humaira Abid
2019
Seattle, US
Carved pine and letters from incarcerated youth
About This Work
A site-specific installation of hand-carved wooden envelopes paired with letters and poems written by youth in detention, exploring connection sustained across distance and circumstance. Developed in collaboration with the Pongo Teen Writing program.
About the Artist
Born, raised, and educated in Pakistan, Abid has been based in the Seattle area since 2008. Her sculptures transform everyday objects into extraordinary pieces through detailed woodcarving and miniature painting, often exploring taboos, gender, and injustices affecting women. She has exhibited internationally across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the US.
Location
Judge Patricia H. Clark Children and Family Justice Center
1211 E Alder St, Seattle, WA 98122
Cataloging Details
- Current Location
- Seattle, US
- Current Steward
- King County
- Credit Line
- Commissioned through the Percent for the Arts program
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