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Tar Beach, Olive Way
Tar Beach, Olive Way
Tar Beach, Olive Way

Tar Beach, Olive Way

Artist Mary Wallace Levin
MediumBlack and white photo, selenium toned
Dimensions20 x 26 in. (50.8 x 66 cm)
ClassificationsPhotograph
Credit LineSeattle City Light 1% for Art Portable Works Collection
If getting to a real beach is too time-consuming, there is always the roof.  Referred to as Tar beach because of its tar paper covering, it may not be the most glamorous place to have a picnic. But, hey it's close, warm and a great place to work on your tan.
 
Tar Beach, Olive Way was taken on my roof one summer Sunday morning. (This photo) contains the same 'in-between' moment. (It) also creates the illusion of something that isn't. –Artist statement
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