Arthur Shinbo Prints, 1943-1999

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Shinbo, Arthur
Title
Arthur Shinbo Prints
Dates
1943-1999 (inclusive)
Quantity
2.2 linear feet, (1 flat box)
Collection Number
WCMss.608
Summary
The Arthur Shinbo Prints contains 10 prints made by Arthur Shinbo, dating from 1943 to 1999.
Repository
Whitman College and Northwest Archives
Whitman College and Northwest Archives
Penrose Library, Room 130
345 Boyer Avenue
Walla Walla, WA
99362
Telephone: 5095275922
Fax: 5095264785
archives@whitman.edu
Access Restrictions

Collection is open for research.

Languages
English

Biographical NoteReturn to Top

Arthur Shinbo was born on December 20, 1924, in Walla Walla, Washington. In 1943 he enlisted in the Army, where he joined the 442 Regimental Combat Team. After completing basic training he was selected to become a member of the Military Intelligence Service, which was responsible for intercepting and translating battlefield messages. After his military service Arthur attended the Art Center in Los Angeles. After his schooling at the Art Center he became an illustrator and graphic designer for the Bunker-Ramo Corporation. He married Alice Hamada, with whom he had a daughter, Sharon. Upon retirement Arthur Shinbo moved back to Walla Walla, where he lived until his death on November 3, 2015.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

The Arthur Shinbo Prints contains 10 prints made by Arthur Shinbo. The prints date from 1943 to 1999, and depict buildings and scenes from Walla Walla, Washington where he grew up and eventually retired.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Acquisition Information

Materials found in collection; provenance is unknown.

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Artists--Washington (State)

Geographical Names

  • Walla Walla (Wash.)