This public work of art is a water element on Elm Street. It was designed by local sculptor Eric Beerbower. The sculpture was constructed in the space between two brick buildings across the street from the the International Civil Rights Museum-- which almost didn't get to open because of water flowing underneath the building. This sculpture may have something to do with diverting that water. Water-flight, also known as Steward of Wishes, has recently been painted vibrant blue. Previously it was more terra cotta and neutral!
We've been saving this photo for Skywatch Friday because we love the way the sculpture resembles a butterfly flapping her wings in the sky. With many works of public art on his resume, Eric Beerbower is one of Greensboro's well-known, contemporary artists.
This is so unusual! Nice!
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Posted by: Dina | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 06:00 AM
SUPERB!:-)
Posted by: Gunn White | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 06:40 AM
Fabulous colors!
Posted by: birdman | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 07:23 AM
What a unique and beautiful photo!
Posted by: Debbie@Like a Rose | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 10:47 AM
Fantastic shot. That belongs in a best of book.
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Posted by: cieldequimper | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 12:36 PM
That looks like pretty cramped quarters!
Posted by: Chuck | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 12:58 PM
You're right! This is magical!
Posted by: michael watson | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 03:49 PM
I love the color. It is nice that a space that was probably not good for anything else used in such a creative way.
Posted by: barbara farr | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 04:59 PM
It is something I've never seen before - the blue is amazing. May be it looks like a waterfall when it is raining. Reminds me of those water amusement parks.
Posted by: Ellie | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 09:49 PM
Interesting shot, love all the blue.
Posted by: T. Becque | Friday, April 23, 2010 at 11:32 PM