Linda Deming of the Deming Art Studio is the featured artist for the Dow Gardens 2010/2011 Winter Garden Art Walks. There are (26) original sculptures by Linda Deming throughout the garden pathway and in the Conservatory from December 2010 until March 18, 2011. All the art work is part of an on-going online art auction which concludes on March 18th, 2011, at noon. During the show visitors to the garden will be able to purchase smaller pieces of the artist's work at the Dow Gardens Gift Shop. Below are pictures of the pieces installed in the gardens. Visit the Dow Gardens during daytime hours or join us for unique Illuminated Evening Art Strolls in the Dow Gardens January 7th & 8th, January 28th & 29th and February 18th & 19th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
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Title:
"The Medicine Woman"
Medium:
Cement, Crystal, Black Obsidian & Stone, Artist's comment: The energy of life is infused into each piece of art. Stand next to the Medicine Woman and she will whisper her earth secrets to you.
She is located in the pines just outside the visitor center |
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Title:
"The Vision Portal"
Medium:
Cement , iron, stained glass, crystal & Jade"
Artist comment on piece:
Each creation challenges the artist, as well as, the viewer. Sit quietly before the three ladies of the Vision Portal and they will tell you the meaning hidden within your dreams.
Located in the Boulder Pass |
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Title:
"Heart Table and Chairs"
Medium:
Cement & metal
Artist comment on piece:
Beauty, Grace & Functionality
Located in the Conservatory |
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Title:
"The Crown"
Medium:
Metal & Stained Glass
Artist comment on The energy of abstract
Located at the Sun Bridge |
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Title:
"Sunstake"
Medium:
Metal & Stained glass
Artist comment on piece:
A whimsical display .
Located at the entrance to boulder pass |
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Title:
"In the Cattails "
Medium:
Metal
Artist comment on piece:
The idea was to create an entire realistic nature scene.
Located in the stream walk |
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Title:
"Day Lily Plant "
Medium:
Stained Glas & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
The idea was to create an entire realistic garden plant.
Located in the bumps
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Title:
"The Three Eves"
Medium:
Cement & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Three elves peeking out from the leaves as they guard the garden.
Located in boulder pass
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Title:
"Morning Star"
Medium:
Cement & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
80 lbs of cement defies gravity.
Located in the bumps
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Title:
"The Dancers"
Medium:
Stained Glass & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Elegant twisting forms. At first you can see outlines of cubism faces then you can see outlines of dancing human figures.
Located in the Birch trees
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Title:
"Morning Glory Vine"
Medium:
Stained Glass & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Look to the earth and you shall never loose inspiration.
Located in the bumps
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Title:
"The Juggler"
Medium:
Metal
Artist comment on piece:
My Friend.
Located in the bumps
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Title:
"Fish Trellis"
Medium:
Stained Glass & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
I wanted the viewers to feel like they were swimming with the fish.
Located in stream walk
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Title:
"Spirit Dancer"
Medium:
Metal
Artist comment on piece:
A little playful imp dancing in the gardens
Located in stream walk
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Title:
"Lady of the Aspens"
Medium:
Cement & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
A piece inspired by the magic of the Dow Gardens
Located outside the Conservatory
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Title:
"Winter Bouquet"
Medium:
Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Magic Flowers
Located in stream walk
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Title:
"The Universe"
Medium:
Cement & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Reflections of the universe
Located in the Conservatory
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Title:
"Cardinal Song"
Medium:
Stained Glass & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Wind chime inspired by the gardens
Located in boulder pass |
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Title:
"Turtle Song"
Medium:
Stained Glass & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Wind chime inspired by the gardens
Located in boulder pass |
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Title:
"Janus"
Medium:
Cement & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Inspiration can come from other people's suggestions
Located in the bumps |
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Title:
"Elephant Ear Plant"
Medium:
Cement & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Cement can be soft. Cement can come to life
Located outside Conservatory |
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Title:
"Butterfly Spray"
Medium:
Metal
Artist comment on piece:
I wanted to make a sculpture that conveyed life and movement
Located in the Birch trees |
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Title:
"Orchid Plant"
Medium:
Cement & Metal
Artist comment on piece:
A life like plant
Located in the Conservatory |
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Title:
"Children's Sculpture"
Medium:
Metal
Artist comment on piece:
Art should involve the viewer. This piece is a sculpture and a musical instrument.
Located on the flower pad |
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