Themes and Variations: 650 Massachusetts Avenue
For an installment of “Themes and Variations,” above is one of several conceptual renderings that I created for 650 Massachusetts Avenue, a development by Brookfield Properties in Washington D.C.
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Sacred Space for the New Year
January 1, 2017
Art glass screens for Temple Adath Israel, Merion Station, PA (Atkin Olshin Schade Architects)
As we move into 2017, I imagine many people might be feeling the need for a little sacred space – whatever that might mean to you.
How to Achieve the Best Public Art
September 18, 2016
Yours truly (center) with architects Mitch Hirsch (L) and César Pelli (R) of Pelli Clarke Pelli, deep in a public art planning process.
Shortly after finishing my last post about the differences between gallery work and public art, I stumbled upon this scathing critique of the state of contemporary public art, with a particular focus on work created through “1% for Art” programs across the United States.
Gallery Work versus Public Art
September 6, 2016
A public art installation I created for Michigan State University, 2016 (Photo: Derrick Turner)
Lately I’ve been thinking about the many complexities of public art; how the creation of public art differs from private studio practice; and how many people don’t realize there’s any distinction between gallery work versus public art. Isn’t art just art, whether it’s exhibited in a gallery or the lobby of City Hall?
CODAawards Voting Through June 30
Please vote for my Temple Adath Israel installation for the 4th Annual CODAawards! (photo: Tom Crane)
It’s that time of year! The 4th Annual CODAawards will celebrate design projects that demonstrate the most successful integration of commissioned art into an interior, architectural, or public space – and once again, I’m honored to have a project in the “Top 100,” which means it’s eligible for one of two People’s Choice Awards, among other honors.
New Public Art Glass Installation at Michigan State University
May 11, 2016
Public art glass installation for MSU’s Bio Engineering Facility, 2016
I’m pleased to share a new public art glass installation that I created for Michigan State University’s remarkable new Bio Engineering Facility.
More DNA Inspired Art: Geraldine Ondrizek’s Chromosome Painting
March 22, 2016
Chromosome Painting by Geraldine Ondrizek, 2012 (Image via Reed)
So speaking a little while ago of DNA inspired art, I recently learned about Geraldline Ondrizek’s Chromosome Painting and couldn’t resist sharing.
The Conceptual Rendering – What It Is and Is Not
March 15, 2016
Rendering for installation at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Boston
One of the most exciting and challenging moments in any architectural glass design process is creating a conceptual rendering for the client.
Art Glass Panels by David Schnuckel at Bullseye
January 21, 2016
David Schnuckel’s Liabost Fàire (present tense), 2015 (Photo by Elizabeth Lamark, via David Schunckel)
If you find yourself in Mamaroneck, New York over the next few weeks, be sure to swing by Bullseye to check out Mend, a compelling mix of art glass panels and sculpture by David Schnuckel and Jennifer Halvorson, on view through February 13.
DNA Inspired Art Glass
January 7, 2016
DNA inspired art glass for ARIAD Pharmaceuticals, 2015
Happy New Year! I hope you’re enjoying a peaceful transition into 2016.
In the fall, I shared a DNA inspired art glass installation that I created for ARIAD Pharmaceuticals. That work has gotten me thinking about the numerous DNA inspired projects I’ve created in recent years.