Projects on the Boards

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Projects on the boards are projects that have been approved by the Arts Commission and are in progress either moving through approvals, fund development, call for entry process, artist development, or implementation.

Boardman Lake Art Trail - Rotating Art Exhibition

Project Update

Project Status: Exhibit Extension Approved by City Commission in January
Type of Public Art: Sculptures Public Art Program Category: Rotating Exhibition

Project Background

The four unique sculptures from David Petrokovitz were first selected to be placed along the TART Trail in 2021 and were recently approved for a one-year extension by the Arts Commission and City Commission in January 2023. Made from welded and power coated steel, the four sculptures add vibrant color and energy to this section of the trail (especially in the winter). Michigan Artist David Petrakovitz created the colorful art pieces, some of which are made of recycled railroad materials. The four sculptures are part of the Arts Commission’s collection of rotating exhibitions.

Location

Located just down the hill from the new 10th Street Boardman Lake Trailhead, adjacent to the Riverine Apartments.

Project Description

Four metal sculptures, pictured below:

Toobers and Zoots, 2014: This sculpture was named after a children’s toy because of its colorful and playfully shaped elements.
The Shape of Things to Come, 2019: In this sculpture, the artist wanted to spark conversation with a playful and surprising encounter of colorful forms.
Red Shift, 2017: Designed as two welded steel structures unified by connecting forms that add value and balance.
Botanical Forms, 2004: Discarded steel objects are re-imagined in this sculpture as a still life of botanical forms sitting at the table.