Sculpture at Marsh Creek Rain Garden

Take a stroll and discover the sculpture at Marsh Creek Rain Garden. These five pieces were part of the winning entries from the 2021 ArtSS in the Open Sculpture Contest. 

Comma

by Lee Badger

Steel and ferro-concrete / Kinetic

Artist's Statement: Comma is an abstract kinetic sculpture presenting a broad disk-like spiral that rotates on a cylindrical base. It is meant to be touched and turned, allowing viewers to interact with curving shapes and shadows. It’s materials keep it grounded in earthly reality. The rusty spiral disk and the stained stucco base recall the decay of the Industrial Age. In contrast, bright and gleaming tips and edges represent cycles of renewal through forward rolling motion. Many appreciate Comma as a study of curvature in line, shape and dynamic space.

Minko

by Jeremy Colbert

Steel, cast iron and found objects

Artist's Statement: Minko was completed in 2021.  This tribal piece that is a rebirth of the bright future ahead and following the rise of faith in our own hard work. Like those that came before us we will once again understand the importance of coming together and upon hearts rediscover this wonderful country with unity. Minko is a Chickasaw word meaning “Chief” that lead and guides his people. 

One Arch 

By Rollin Karg

Iron, blown glass, and steel

Artist’s Statement: Searching for a different way to present my glass, I began making metal stands, which over time increased in size and I began to build large sculpture for public art. The glass satellites which appear on many of the sculptures are hand blown in my studio in Kechi, Kansas. The stands are constructed of various types of metals to which plasma cut pieces, tools and other pieces of metal that come into my shop are welded on. Various techniques including powder coating, are used to complete the desired finish on the sculpture. 

Walking Watcher Carrying the Children

by Jim Collins

Aluminum and powder-coated steel

About the artist: Primarily a public art sculptor working in a figurative manner, Collins’ sculpture style has been characterized by the use of silhouettes of people and animals constructed of stainless steel, aluminum and other metals. He has degrees from Marshall University in West Virginia, the University of Michigan, and a M.F.A. degree in sculpture from Ohio University. 

Windstone

by Bob Turan

Stainless steel, aluminum, and granite / Kinetic

Artist’s Statement: Inspired by geometry and fascinated by balance, as a former filmmaker, I learned the power of motion and the delight of surprise. Public art provides both attractions for visitors and opportunities for artists while often working in ‘four dimensions’, the sculptures allow for the kinetic aspects of a piece to shine through – one can actually see the hand of the artist in my work. 

The Vision for Art in Sandy Springs

The community has a vision for Sandy Springs to be a leader and premiere arts destination in the Atlanta metro area. A key component of this vision is the Art in Public Places led by the City of Sandy Springs and administered through various departments in partnership with Art Sandy Springs and other community groups.