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Ancient Colorado; Redwood and Roses
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Ancient Colorado; Ghost Predator
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Civic Center Floating Island
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La Veleta / The Weathervane
“La Veleta” is a playful depiction of seven animal faces composed of colorful mosaic tiles stacked forty feet high, much like a totem pole. The seven animals; a bear, a lynx, a fox, a mountain lion, an owl, a ram and a snake, symbolize the diverse ecosystems found in Colorado as well as the diversity …
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La Alma
“The symbolism in this mural reflects the soul of the Westside community. The sun radiates behind the silhouetted city, while an eagle embraces two female faces, one representing the moon and the other, earth. A contemporary figure portrays the strength of our youth, on his shirt, the Mestizo symbolizes the mixture of Spanish, Indian and …
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Maria Mosina and Igor Vassine
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Ascent
Until 2003, Denver’s various City departments were spread around the City at various locations. This meant doing business with the City was a multi-stop experience. With this in mind the City selected a location for the new Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building adjacent to Civic Center Park. The park was chosen for its …
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Ascent
The Denver Arts & Venues Public Art Program commissioned an original musical composition for Denver’s City and County Building Chime. The composition will act as a signature piece for Denver; something that will be memorable to identify Denver to residents and visitors. The composition is celebratory in nature (e.g., uplifting, lively, positive: evoking the spirit …
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Community Nature Dance
This artwork was created in partnership with Trust for Public Land. Check out the video to see 3D view. Artist’s Statement: “Community Nature Dance” highlights the butterfly to both accent the pollinator gardens found on-site and to respect what the butterfly symbolizes around the world; endurance, change hope, and life. Around the waist of the …
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Silent River
Silent River is a mixed-media installation made from oil and acrylic paint on hand- and laser-cut materials that layer over each other, creating varying depths and the illusion of a semi three-dimensional waterscape. Artist’s Statement: My projects depict made-up landscapes that are inspired by the unfathomable universe and our natural Earthly environment. The nature portrayed …