Public Art
Art and cultural heritage in public spaces brings charm and a sense of place to the community in which it is situated. Whether it’s a colourful mural showcasing local history, a sculpted park bench that is as comfortable as it is decorative, or a mighty totem pole standing tall, public art and cultural heritage add infinite value to our lives. A large part of my work involves caring for and maintaining these objects for all to enjoy.
Below you will see some of the public art conservation projects with which I’ve been involved.
Myself (centre) and my supervisor at the City of Calgary (left) standing on a boom lift, dusting a large installation composed of acrylic "twigs" and sculpted bird forms — "The Nest" (2018) by Donald Lipski
Using a rag to buff wax on one of two bronze busts — "In memoriam I" and "In memoriam II" (1981) by Elisabeth Frink