Art in AIR's Austin Office
AIR’s Austin headquarters is designed by Milton Hime and Studio 8 Architects. The building’s airy design fosters collaboration through community spaces, workrooms, and offices to create a welcoming gathering place for educators. To enhance the aesthetics and décor of this space, AIR has gathered a collection of artwork. These pieces—from a soothing landscape by Robert Striffolino, to bold photographs by Burton Pritzker, to a delightful tile mosaic by Elizabeth MacDonald—reflect the enlightening nature of SEDL’s work and provide a chance for quiet reflection for staff and visitors.
Below is an account of the artists and a list of the artwork featured in the building. Click on the images below to view them in a larger format.
Robert Striffolino
Waterscape 23
1st floor lobby
Landscape artist Robert Striffolino’s work appears in many private and corporate collections worldwide. He has lived and worked in Santa Fe, New Mexico, since 1978.
Student Art Gallery
Education and My Future
1st floor hallway
In December 2007, SEDL held an art contest titled “Education and My Future” for students
between the ages of 5 and 18. SEDL received 178 entries from students in 11 states throughout the nation.
The artwork of the winning 13 students is on display in SEDL’s new building.
Click here to view the full gallery of winning artwork.
Burton Pritzker
Photo Gallery
2nd floor hallway gallery
Burton Pritzker’s work has been exhibited in museums and galleries across the nation, and collected in a book, Texas Rangeland (University of Texas Press, 2002). He lives and works in Austin, Texas.
Photo Gallery
First floor, both end of hallway
Photo Gallery
Second floor, various locations
![]() Transmission #13 |
Photo Gallery
Third floor, various locations
![]() Sunflower #6 |
![]() Transmission #2 |
![]() Moment of Realization |
![]() The Obstacle or a Solution |
Doug West
Photo Gallery
First floor, DRP group
Born and raised in Riverside, California, Doug West has always been fascinated with the beauty of nature. He expresses his love for the American Southwest in his richly hued and detailed images. West's distinctive images allow the viewer to contemplate the vastness and serenity of nature. Using the medium of silkscreen, he creates beautiful landscapes of the Southwest. His serigraphs are exhibited in fine art galleries throughout the United States. West has had numerous one-man shows around the country and was one of twenty artists invited to participate at the White House in Washington D.C. during the annual Easter celebration.
Elizabeth MacDonald
Skyscape
2nd floor lounge area
Connecticut-based artist Elizabeth MacDonald’s tile mosaics can be seen in numerous collections; they also have been incorporated into the construction of buildings, including a 78-foot mural along Chicago’s Michigan Avenue.
Richard Reynolds
Texas Landcsapes
2nd floor library and 3rd floor hallway
A landscape photographer for more than 35 years, Richard Reynolds has accumulated thousands of photo credits from magazines, newspapers, calendars, and books around the world. He is the photographer of eight books of landscape photography and has more than 25 Texas Highways magazine covers to his credit. He lives and works in Austin, Texas.
Butterflies
First floor, various locations
![]() Peacock Butterfly |
![]() Cracker Butterfly |
![]() Claudina Agrias |
![]() Common Pink Forester |
![]() Goliath Birdwing |
![]() Indian Leaf Butterfly |
SEDL Timeline
3rd floor hallway
A plexiglass structure chronicling SEDL's more than 40-year-long journey of providing quality education for all learners is on display. The timeline contains pivotal moments in SEDL history, products of merit and historical significance, evolution of our branding, and management transitions. It honors our rich history of providing research, service, and professional development. The timeline structure is approximately 19' x 3'6" and weighs approximately 200 lbs.
Suzanne Donazetti
River of Gold II
3rd floor lounge area
Suzanne Donazetti is one of the few artists today painting on copper, a complex and labor-intensive process. Her public art commissions include Connecticut’s Bradley International Airport and the main courtroom of the Alaska Supreme Court. She lives in Raton, New Mexico.