Art Installation: Bergy Bits

Redmond Lights 2020

Art Installation: Bergy Bits

Redmond, Washington 98052, United States

Created By: City of Redmond Parks & Recreation

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Art Title: "Bergy Bits"

Artist: Chris Chernow

Visit often to see how this art transforms as it melts!

Bergy Bits are chunks of ice that break off of icebergs and float in the ocean. Bergy Bits are emblematic of the dramatic ice loss occurring around the world, including on our doorstep. The Northern Cascade Glacier Climate Project estimates that in the last 35 years, 30 percent of the glacial mass has disappeared. This art piece is comprised of a sculpture lit from within and a drawing of our local mountains, all encased in over 2,500 pounds of ice. As the ice melts, the underlying artwork remains as a symbol of our delicate environment. This piece is a reminder that climate change is the issue of our lifetime.

This point of interest is part of the tour: Redmond Lights 2020


 

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