Public Artwork
Sphere of Social Consensus and Influence
Artwork creator(s):
Granzow, Carl
Text author(s):
Granzow, Carl
Collaborator(s):
Charlton and Hill
Installation year:
2008
Remarks on location:
Between 3rd and 4th Avenues
Description:
Kinetic sculpture. The object, a 65" steel sphere, is banded by plates of stainless steel. The steel bands are engraved with the names of the original 16 member organizations of the AAC. Over time and with ongoing exposure to the elements, the sculpture will darken in color.
Text of the artwork:
The steel bands are engraved with the names of the original 16 member organizations of the AAC
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead
Lethbridge Public Library
Color Camera Club
Alberta Association of Architects
Artwork theme:
50-year history of the Allied Arts Council's role in Lethbridge Dimensions:
Diameter:
19.81m Note(s):
"The sphere's assertive presence reiterates the determination of the numerous creative organizations that banded together to promote the value of the arts in society. This banding formed a 'sphere of influence' that motivated creative human beings to advance qualitative transformations to life in our community." Carl Granzow
- Lethbridge Downtown (2008). Welcome to Downtown Lethbridge,
http://www.downtownlethbridge.com/whatshappening.asp?offset=3
The artwork moves.
Artist's biography:
Lethbridge sculptor, Carl Granzow
Owner(s):
City of Lethbridge Document(s):
Syndicate
