How does Public Art in Rockwall benefit me?
Public
art stimulates public spaces, encourages a sense of ownership and pride
within the community, acts as a landmark or gathering place. It
encourages activities and relaxation, contemplation in nature, elevated
perceptions and the process of creative thought.
Public
Art reflects quality of life. The development of mankind is dependent
upon having the freedom to express itself. As a reflection of human
creativity, public art serves as a necessary reminder of the allowances
and freedoms we have in our everyday lives.
Public
art not only aids in recreation and intellectual pursuits of a
community, it also affects the economic growth of an area. A strong
cultural environment can be a barometer to measure the health of a
region. A healthy cultural environment supports tourism and economic
development. Businesses evaluating a region for relocation and
expansion are influenced by these positive factors.
Public
art is a reflection of the quality of a region. It should exemplify the
highest degree of social awareness, intellectual pursuit, ingenuity,
creative ability and the skills a community has to offer.
You are a part of it all.
Public Art Pictured Above
"Charging
Bull" by Arturo Di Modica, New York City, "Iwo Jima" by Felix de Weldon, Arlington
National Cemetary, "Wave" by Andrew Kay, Rockingham, Australia, "Spoonbridge and Cherry" by
Claes Oldenburg, Minneappolis