Field Study - Resource Centre lobby, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Toronto, ON - 2006
Collaboration with artist Carl Taçon
Carved Indiana limestone relief
Dimensions: 61cm x 4.9m x 10cm (24" x 16' x 4")
Commissioned by Montgomery Sisam Architects
Three related artworks located on the first floor of the Bloorview Kid's Rehab connect the interior of the building to the surrounding natural environment.
"Field Study" presents a carved frieze based on botanical studies above a frieze representing principles of natural science and the structures of natural forms. Inspired by two-dimensional scientific diagrams, the installation transforms these line drawings into relief sculptures. The work is installed so that children can reach the carvings to feel their surfaces and contours.
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