river
3.6x2.9m galvanised steel, cast aluminium, colour anodised aluminium and post-consumer glass sculpture
Almondell Cemetery, East Calder, West Lothian (2023)
Commissioned by East Calder Community Resources Association on behalf of the partnership with Stirling Developments and West Lothian Council
Almondell Cemetery, East Calder, West Lothian (2023)
Commissioned by East Calder Community Resources Association on behalf of the partnership with Stirling Developments and West Lothian Council
The River concept was developed in consultation with the local community, bereavement group representatives and local wildlife advisors. It represents the cycles of life in nature and is intended to convey a sense of peace and calm, as well as creating a welcoming space for pause and reflection.
The main structure is composed of three water-inspired patterns designed by pupils from three local primary schools - East Calder, Calderwood and St Paul’s - one pattern per school. The watery mosaic shapes were designed by the local Boy’s Brigade.
The artwork incorporates local wildlife: oak and hazel leaves, bluebells and butterflies (inspired by the Orange-tip butterfly). A life-sized aluminium otter and brown trout appear to be partially submerged in the watery surface, while an aluminium kingfisher is perched at the top of the sculpture.
made with the help of Big Red Blacksmiths and Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop
The main structure is composed of three water-inspired patterns designed by pupils from three local primary schools - East Calder, Calderwood and St Paul’s - one pattern per school. The watery mosaic shapes were designed by the local Boy’s Brigade.
The artwork incorporates local wildlife: oak and hazel leaves, bluebells and butterflies (inspired by the Orange-tip butterfly). A life-sized aluminium otter and brown trout appear to be partially submerged in the watery surface, while an aluminium kingfisher is perched at the top of the sculpture.
made with the help of Big Red Blacksmiths and Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop