Title
Approval of the Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project Artist
Recommended Action
Move to approve the Arts Commission recommendation of Abe Singer as the Grass Lake Nature Park Project Artist.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve the Arts Commission recommendation of Abe Singer as the Grass Lake Nature Park Project Artist.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the recommendation of Abe Singer as project artist for Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project.
Staff Contact:
Stephanie Johnson, Arts Program & Planning Supervisor, Parks, Arts & Recreation 360.709.2678
Presenter(s):
Stephanie Johnson, Arts Commission Staff Liaison
Kathy Dorgan, Chair, Olympia Arts Commission
Background and Analysis:
The Grass Lake Nature Park Public Art Project centers around a large (10' diameter x 23' long) mild steel water tank (3/8" thick) on the park property to be repurposed for three sculptural elements to be sited in the park:
* One bird blind (approx 6' x 10') along the boardwalk for viewing of the birds without being seen by them.
* Two entry elements sited at the entrances to the park along Harrison Avenue and Kaiser Road, welcoming visitors to the park and continuing the use of the steel tank material as a theme throughout the park. These entry elements can be more artistic, and sized at the artist's discretion.
At 195.71 acres, the park contains the headwaters of Green Cove Creek and one of the most environmentally intact wetland systems in northern Thurston County. Over 100 bird species and 200 plant species have been recorded in the park.
Grass Lake Nature Park's primary functions are wildlife protection, wildlife viewing, and environmental education. Artist reuse of the steel tank will have several benefits, such as redirecting salvage material for creative reuse and offering the opportunity for deeper connection to the recent history of the site. Artists will also participate in one community meeting/site visit with students from the neighbor...
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