12' x 20' x 20
Aluminum with LED Lighting and Cast Steel Bollard
60 industrial grade sheets of aluminum were laser cut, gracefully bent and re-fabricated over an interior armature to create this sculpture in Riverside Park. The historical cast steel bollard that anchors the sculpture is tethered to a sleek oversized contemporary buoy with hand wrought aluminum chains. Ocean blue lucite panels are riveted to the interior of the structure to allow the vibrant hues of light to shine through and light up the sculpture at night.
Safe Harbor took its cues from a port or harbor which is a place of refuge for ships. The bollard is utilized to secure a ship in port and the buoy is a floatation device frequently used to mark direction away from dangerous waters and towards safe passage. “With the Safe Harbor sculpture, I seek to re-think the shape of the recognizable and bring public art into the daily life of the community, creating a contemporary motif from the traditional design of a buoy.” states artist, Deedee Morrison.
“Morrison is known for creating thoughtful works of sculpture that speak to a community in deep and meaningful ways. Safe Harbor is no exception.” said Shreveport Regional Arts Council Director Pam Atchison. “We are thrilled to bring this ambitious new work to the Riverside Park. The sculpture is to be sited along the Red River in one of many open green spaces in the park and we hope that Safe Harbor will become a beloved destination in our city for people to visit and experience.”
Shreveport Roses
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| Shreveport Roses |
Six tall metal rose sculptures at the center pavilion of the river walk, facing Bossier's Louisiana Boardwalk.
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| Shreveport Roses |
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| Shreveport Roses |
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| stone railroad bridge support at riverfront |
Shreveport Riverview Fountians
A fun, interactive, refeshing sculpture/ fountain across from the
SciPort Science Center, which by the way is a great science museum, and one of the best attractions in the city. This is a fun spot for kids to run around, and near the head of the Clyde Fant bike path.
Terraced Fountian
The terraced fountains between
R.S. Barnwell Memorial Center are large and beautiful. They make a great look out point at the top of the Red River, or a dramatic, refreshing backdrop from the bottom.
Pelican Statue
Next to the Barnwell Memorial Center at RiverView Park.
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| pelicans by S. David |
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| base of pelican sculpture by S. David |
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| wheel detail on park railings |
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| mosaic tile table in RiverView Park |
Eldorado Casino statue
I know commercial decorations are not always considered "art" but more decorations, but from my understanding the casinos have had a large impact of the development of the riverfront area and establishment of a park and destination for arts and aesthetics in Shreveport. I also added the concrete palm to make the point that decorations aren't quite art (unless you are inspired by concrete plants).
R.S. Barnwell Memorial Garden and Art Center
This gallery deserves its own visit. It has beautiful grounds, a great location on the river and downtown Shreveport, and a great collection of art. Visit their website at
http://www.barnwellcenter.com/home/
Clyde E. Fant statue
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| Clyde E. Fant statue |
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| Clyde E. Fant statue engraving |
Clyde E. Fant, 1953 Lousiana "Mayor of the Year"
On his death, the Shreveport Times eulogized the former mayor:
"Clyde Fant, more than any other person, was Shreveport. He poured his life into our community, and the community responded with respect and love.
"There was no more powerful force in Northwest Louisiana during the past quarter-century than Clyde Fant. Additionally, the accomplishment of the Fant years in office would rank him as one of the chief top executives in Shreveport history.
"He was a kind, gentle, Christian man, but his politics were laced with bare-knuckled toughness when he felt it necessary.
"That combination marked continuing progress for Shreveport throughout Mr. Fant's two decades of service.
"When he was first elected to office at the end of World War II, he inherited a city in a desperate financial condition. Using his immense personal powers, he turned the city around and left a legacy of industrial growth and quality services for Shreveport.
"Clyde Fant was a man of unusual vision, and the consequences of that vision will long be felt by the people here. His programs helped to build our city, not only in a mortar and stone fashion, they also gave Shreveport an aura of humanity. . . .
"If he was Shreveport's shining star, then he was also Louisiana's mayor of mayors. . . .
"He needs no monument to mark his resting place because Shreveport is the better reminder of his life."
Shreveport Police and Firefighters Memorial
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| Police and Firefighters Memorial |
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| Police and Firefighters Memorial |
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| Police and Firefighters Memorial
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| memorial marker for fallen policeman |
The
Shreveport Police and Firefighters Memorial is near the Barnwell Center and RiverView Park on Clyde Fant Parkway. It is quiet, solemn memorial that recognizes those who gave their lives in public duty. The memorial is surrounded by memorial stones with the names of each officer or firefighters who sacrificed their lives, the earliest I saw was 1894.
