Pelican

Helen Altman (American, b. 1958)

(American, b. 1958)
Pelican, 2011
Torch drawing on paper; 30 x 22 1/2 inches
Acquired in 2012

Using a blow torch, Altman makes remarkably detailed and delicate lines on paper to create this grouping of common, native Texas animals. She’s created a new way of drawing and depicting these loved and feared creatures. Altman is known to work with a variety of mediums, aiming to create realistic pieces that portray the natural world with a blatant absurdity in their artificiality.

Location

University of Houston Sugar Land
Brazos Hall

Other Artworks by this Artist

Rattler, 2012

Puma (dark cat), 2012

Burrowing Owl (2), 2012

Wart Hog, 2001

Running Rabbit, 2002

Two Black Cows, 2002

Mockingbird, 2007

Coyote Watching, 2009

Roadrunner (running), 2009

Spotted Deer (with burn hole), 2009

Tall Blue Heron, 2011

Young Horse Looking Back, 2011

Armadillo (4), 2012

Artist Name

(American, 1927-2005)

Landscape with Blue Trees, 1982-1983

Steel pipe and plate, bronze hat and feet;
216 x 408 in.

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Location

University of Houston

Cullen College of Engineering Courtyard