Early last night some person or persons took it upon themselves
to paint the salt sculptures in Occidental Park pink It is the
unfortunatle vulnerability of art in a public space
This act of
vandalism is not part of the intent of the artist, who finds the
alteration
incomprehensible. Its not like it suggests
blood or anything. That would at least been a commentary. It's a kind
of pink or plum color. Like Christo's
island. Its just stupid looking.
Unfortunately the outcome is that the sculptures will likely now be removed prematurely, as they cannot be cleaned, and the effect of the paint is to alter the work beyond recognition.
Its been an fascinating process. Except for this one instance, Seattle has been unbelievably kind and welcoming of these figures. Even the headless uncle turns out to have been an accident, and not vandalism after all. Thanks!
and stay tuned for more information on the next casting, and New York City!
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