olympic sculpture park
Photo Credit: Olympic Sculpture Park, Love & Loss, and View from the Park
The Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington is an ideal example of the utilization of unity, variety, and symbolism within a three-dimensional and tangible exhibit. Various artists, such as sculptor Richard Serra, contribute their own pieces to the outdoor park, which can be viewed as one strolls along the zig-zagging pathways. The entire area is joined by one continuous, angular walkway, which includes views to the monumental sculptures located within the park. Unity is, therefore, created by the continuity of the journey to different art pieces.
Variety, however, is perhaps the most emphasized design principle emanating throughout the area. Some sculptures are considered more abstract and aesthetically pleasing, such as the eagle structure, which appears to be merely a joining of separate curvilinear forms. Others are meant to be taken as symbolic and heart-wrenching, such as the “Love & Loss” sculpture, by Roy McMakin, located near the shore of the park.
The design of the entire structural area is further unified by the single meaningful and inspiring view that can be seen from one specific stretch of the walkway. From the view captured in the photo above, one sees the connection between humans and nature. The remainder of the park is hidden, as visitors are allowed to absorb the man-made elements around them, as well as the view of the rising and falling tides. As an art piece, the entire Olympic Sculpture Park is successful in evoking unity, variety, and symbolic emotion.
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