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The Columbine's Journey
and other MOA installations

Three total projects completed with the

Museum of Outdoor Arts in Denver, Colorado. 

In this series, a set of three Columbines ascend the five lampposts lining the walkway of Majorie Park. From bud to bloom, visitors follow along as the whimsical Colorado state flower yearns for the light. 

Team: Isabel Angulo, Josephine Clark, Oliver Cruz,

Michael Earle, Zavier Gierisch, Katie Knudsen, August Ostrow, and Christian Smith.

Inversion

The motion sensor illumination of Colorado soil brings to light the impact our actions have on the the world around us.

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Daydreams of the Madhatter Caterpillar

A glimpse into the surreal world of the ever-growing Madhatter Caterpillar reflects eagerness for the future

while still honoring the lessons of the past.

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Materials: 

Twine

Cornstarch + Soil

Motion Sensors

LEDs

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Materials: 

Paper Clay

Foam

Flock

Broken CDs

Fiber Optics

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During the opening ceremony, visitors wandered through the park, captivated by the light, color, and vibrancy of each piece, while eagerly interacting with the various forms and textures. Seeing their enthusiasm and engagement brought the work to life in the most rewarding and memorable way.

Materials: 

1/4" in. Steel Rod

Cheese Cloth

Burlap

Fabric Dye

Expanding Foam

Solar Lights

Concept
Devlopment

Weeks 2-4​

  • Illustrations

  • Quick brainstorms​

  • Client meetings

The 3 colors chosen are the 3 native colors of the state flower

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Metalwork

Weeks 5-6

  • Forging

  • Shaping

  • Welding

  • Grinding

  • Priming + Paint

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150 steel rods shaped to create 15 flowers

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Textile
Production

Weeks 6-7

  • Dyeing

  • Sewing

  • Sealing

300 total layers of cheesecloth were stitched by hand

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Install

Week 8

  • Final touches

Up to 12-hour days worked to complete installation of each piece

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