It appears as an abstract cloud hovering over Gay and High Streets.
Echelman created the sculpture using 78 miles of twine and constructed it using more than 500,000 knots.
The inspiration forCurrentwas the metropolis itself.
“Current” by Janet Echelman (Photo: Infinite Impact, © Janet Echelman Inc.)
Electricity has also been an important industry, too, which is reflected in the color choices.
The piece transitions from red to blue to symbolize an electric current.
While dazzling during the daytime, viewers can also appreciate Echelmans work at night.
“Current” by Janet Echelman (Photo: Infinite Impact, © Janet Echelman Inc.)
Its illuminated to show off a vibrant, highlighter version of red and blue.
The piece will hibernate each winter and be deinstalled to avoid ice acclamation.
It will be reinstalled in the spring.
“Current” by Janet Echelman (Photo: Infinite Impact, © Janet Echelman Inc.)
As an artist, I follow nature, Echelman says.
Floating above downtown Columbus, Ohio, is a new sculpture by artist Janet Echelman.
It appears as an abstract cloud hovering over Gay and High Streets.
“Current” by Janet Echelman (Photo: Infinite Impact, © Janet Echelman Inc.)
Echelman created the sculpture using 78 miles of twine and constructed it using more than 500,000 knots.
While dazzling during the daytime, viewers can also appreciate Echelmans work at night.
Its illuminated to show off a vibrant, highlighter version of red and blue.
“Current” by Janet Echelman (Photo: Infinite Impact, © Janet Echelman Inc.)
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