Title

Current

Artist

Beer, Ruth

Date

2019

Medium

aluminum

glass

steel

Type

sculpture

Owner

Ledingham McAllister

Accession Number

NA

Location

Escala - 1788 Gilmore Ave, Burnaby

Category

Private Development Public Art

Collection

Public Art

Lat/Long

49.268153,-123.014049

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The elemental circle forms that make up Current are composed of aluminum, polished stainless steel, bronze and dichroic glass. Playing with the unique responsivity and reflective qualities of these metals, to engage light, the forms appear as rhythmically interlaced to form an organic visual field. The work is inspired by the movement of water, and particularly the flow of rivers as elements in a shared network. Considering the interconnection of individuals and communities, Current takes cues from Burnaby’s plans to maintain active and visible waterways, and responds to the important role that water plays in the geography of this city. The circular forms of the artwork are also informed and guided by the cycle of water and it’s transformation as vapour (clouds), liquid (rain) and water in the landscape. Aligning with the environmental focus of Burnaby and the recognition of the importance of the watershed and river systems in its past and future, the work intends to evoke a reminder that the sciences may inspire greater care and respect for water, an essential resource.