Art in the Park
White River State Park is home to a variety of permanent public art pieces – all of which have fantastic stories to share and add their own special touch to the park.
Totem
Totem – Rinaldo Paluzzi, American - Spanish Fabricated by Mitchum-Schaefer, Inc. of Indianapolis and donated to the White River State Park on November 9, 1982. Totem is a 32 x 5 x 5 foot sculpture located in Celebration Plaza, White River State Park, Indianapolis, Indiana.
Reflections of Tzolk’in
Reflections of Tzolk’in by James K. Johnson – Charleston, IL - As a sculptor, I have always been concerned with creating works of art that cause the viewer to pause and reflect upon their surroundings and in doing so become more aware of the environment that they are passing through.
Prime Commonality
Prime Commonality by Luke Crawley & Quincy Owens – Indianapolis, IN . The ancestral commonality between humans and chimpanzees is undeniable, with dramatic evidence exhibited in our chromosomal similarities. Prime Commonality is visually inspired by the high degree of correlation as shown in human and chimpanzee chromosomal banding patterns.
Linear V
Linear V by Jarrett K. Hawkins – Deer Park, OH . Linear V is based on natural process—natural mechanics of human vision as demonstrated through line and pattern, figure and ground. This artistic approach simulates processes in the larger natural world, such as the shapes created by erosion or the meandering of a river.
Don’t Forget Us
Don’t Forget Us by Nathan Pierce – Cape Girardeau, MO In this modern world, where we constantly feel more connected through advancements in technology. I believe that we are simultaneously disconnected as a result of these devices. By using public art as a vehicle for expressing contemporary issues concerning communication I see the concept for my work becoming more relevant every day.
Bison
American Bison by William E. Arnold – Wilkison, IN . The sculpture is a life-sized male bison constructed of barbed wire, densely coiled and woven. The figure is facing north and stands on a rough limestone block base. It is located on the west end of the Washington Street Bridge at the entrance to the Indianapolis Zoo.
Yellow Butterfly
Yellow Butterfly by James Havens — Woodville, Ohio Yellow Butterfly exudes simplicity. James Havens creates his work with the artistic philosophy that “less is more.” Inspired by nature, Havens designed this sculpture to stand alone [...]
Flora Metalica
Flora Metalica by Douglas M. Gruizenga — Interlochen, Michigan The artist intends to welcome various interpretations of all viewers, bringing their experiences and understanding to the sculpture. Through his work, he studies absolutes and variables [...]