An array of page-like shapes appear to fly through the hallway, dancing and swaying in the slightest breeze. The undulating curves of the canopy give a soothing sense of motion as natural overhead light filters through the semi-translucent sheets. Created close to the scale of book pages, the shapes are a nod to the knowledge gained through higher education, while the murmuration-like form gives a feeling of uplifting freedom and hope for the future.
Photographs by AJ McGarry
Some of the pieces are printed with a subtle white-on-white texture. The imagery consists of various medical diagrams, chemical compounds, and other physical and mental health content. While the imagery may not be obvious from a distance, it adds understated detail to the installation.
The design was screen-printed onto the polycarbonate sheets by the talented ladies of Pull Club.
Created for the University Health, Counseling, and Testing Center at the University of Oregon (Eugene), this piece was designed to compliment the lightwell in this busy hallway. The natural light itself is a key component of the sculpture, filtering through the “pages” onto the visitors below.
Many thanks to…
Chris W. of Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, for giving me this opportunity.
The lovely folks at UO, for your assistance in the installation. (Jesse, Volga, Colin)
All of the hands who helped in the assembly of approximately 3,000 pieces: Rhianna, Amy, Kerensa, Justine, Marge, Chris, and Curt.
And of course, to the lovely and talented Marge A. for your expert lift driving, being the best travel companion, the other half of my brain, and unending support.
