A Prairie Moment
The Video
A prairie portal; a view through the clouds, a glimpse of the Alberta landscape distinguished by its mountains, vast open skies and fields.
Elements of the Alberta landscape are captured though cast tiles in various combinations. The textured surface reflects light and casts shadows giving dimensionality to the surface. Colours of the morning and evening skies radiate over the textured landscape ; mountains, snowdrifts and windswept vegetation. A yellow border defines fields of gold. Repetition and symmetry alludes to the monotony of the prairies.
The overall appearance and feeling is one that is abstract, dynamic and contemporary.
Size: 7 feet long x 4’6” feet high x 1 inch deep
Materials: Cast coloured porcelain tile, paint.
Location: Located at the Strathcona County Public Services Yard Offices, Strathcona County, Alberta, Canada.
Commissioned by Strathcona County.
Photos: Courtesy Kelly Andres.