I came a cross this magnificent metal sculpture of a bald eagle while surfing the net. This got to be the world’s largest eagle sculpture I have ever seen. Why would someone create such an exquisite piece of art?
I think I know why…It is said that eagles are the living symbols of power, freedom and transcendence. In some religions, high-soaring eagles are believed to touch the face of God. They can teach us about patience as they will perch in a tree for hours waiting for their next meal. They are also known for their sharp vision, seeing twice as far as people. Studies suggest that some eagles can spot an animal the size of a rabbit up to two miles away. While humans typically have 200,000 light-sensitive cells per square millimeter of retina, eagles may have up to 1 million - five times more! No wonder the founders of the United States chose the bird that only resides in North America as their national symbol to symbolize the country’s freedom, strength and power.
This massive work of art is named “Power and Authority”. This piece was completed in 2006 by Kevin Stone. It brought Kevin international attention as a metal sculptor. It is 20 feet high (as high as a two-storey building!) with 32 feet wing span, and weighs an estimated 6000 lbs. It is made with the highest quality surgical stainless steel and hand-polished to a mirror finish. This piece took on a life of it’s own, with over 2000 people attending the unveiling. This piece has been sold.
You can visite the website of the sculptor at metalanimation.com which is dedicated to the magnificent works of Canadian metal sculptor, Kevin Stone . There are no reproductions of his work. Every piece is uniquely handcrafted . “My sculptures are designed to attract attention, create emotion, invite contemplation and conversation, state boldly, add beauty and style to their environment, and become a fabulous focal point. I enjoy the challenge of each clients needs, and bringing my clients visions to life. I build each piece to be enjoyed for many generations to come, and as part of my commitment and goal to enhance each community where my work is displayed, I donate 10% of the sale price of each piece to the Children’s Hospital in that community.” - Kevin
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If you ask me what can I do with the empty Red Bull cans, I will tell you that I could create a unique piece of art. It’s what Red Bull have been doing with their exhibition “Red Bull Art of Can” since 1997. The exhibition have been held throughout the world from Europe to New Zealand.
This year the exhibition will take place in Houston,Texas US from July 11 to July 25. This is actually a competition that is open to everyone. Whoever can build, sculpt, weld, glue, hammer, bend, fold, print, tape and paint can enter the competition. The artists around the world are asked to create works of art using the Red Bull cans as the primary medium. For more information on this competition click on this link Red Bull Art Of Can. You will see below some pictures of the amazing works that have been done in London, England back in 2005.
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One of the most well-known tourist icons of Singapore is obviously the Merlion statue. We can see this one of a kind statue with the head of a lion and the body of a fish at the Marina bay in the southern part of Singapore, since 2002. The statue measures 8.6 metres high and weighs 70 tonnes. The original Merlion statue was built by the late Singapore carfstman, Mr. Lim Nang Seng. It’s first home was by the Singapore River back in September 17, 1972.
The idea of the merlion was designed by Fraser Brunner for the Singapore Tourism Board in 1964, then it was used as a logo in 1997 and eventually became a trademark symbol of Singapore. The lion head represents the lion spotted by Prince Sang Nila Uta in 11AD, when Singapura was re-discovered. The fish tail symbolizes the ancient city of Temasek (meaning “sea”) by which Singapore was known before the Prince named it ” Singapura” (singa for “lion” and pura for “city”) in memory of the humble beginnings of a fishing village.
There are five official Merlion statues in Singapore and you can find a tallest replica (32 metres high) of the Merlion in Sentosa Island. If we had this big-size statue in my city, I guess you will find me sitting by it on a sunny day blogging away!
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on Thursday, March 20th, 2008 at 1:15 am and is filed under Arts.
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The Sapporo Snow Festival is held annually in February. It’s one of the largest winter event in Japan. This year is the 59th Festival of the International Snow Sculpture Contest at Odori Park site since 1974. Over 14 teams from various regions of the world participated this year. The 2008 festival is now closed, it was held on February 5 to 11. Every year about two million people come to Sapporo to see hundreds of beautiful snow and ice statues being displayed around the Odori Park, which is the grounds at Satoland and the main street in Susukino.
“The Snow Festival began in 1950, when six local high school students built six snow statues in Odori Park. In 1955, the Japan Self-Defense Forces from the nearby Makomanai base joined in and built the first massive snow sculptures, for which the Snow Festival has now become famous. Several snow festivals existed in Sapporo prior to the Sapporo Snow Festival, however, all of these were suspended during World War II.“
I think this is one of the place I wish to be in February! They know what to do with all the snow they received. My car is still stuck in the tall snow again. I think I’m gonna start making lots of little snowman around my car.
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on Saturday, February 16th, 2008 at 6:46 pm and is filed under Arts.
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If you get a chance to visit the city of Metz in the northeast of France. You could visit the church of Saint-Eucaire which dated back from the twelfth century to the fifteenth century. This church is dedicated to the Bishop of Trier Eucaire III. The church of Saint-Eucaire was classified as a historical monument on Jan. 22, 1979. What makes this church special are the collections of custom crafted furniture used inside the church. The furniture is really beautiful with the rigorous design and silver colors. The metal and glass chairs seem perfectly blended into the environment. What do you think? Is this an appropriate interior design for the church?
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on Tuesday, February 12th, 2008 at 1:15 am and is filed under Arts.
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