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Chris Frost Builds Two New Birdhouses for the Bikeway in Arlington before Taking Colony Down

October 17, 2020 · by · in animals in art, architecture, Arlington Public Art, Art, art and science study, Artists, audio guide, Bicycle Paths, bikepaths, bird houses, collaborative art projects, commuity, Contemporary Sculpture, design, families, humor, Installations, interactive art, landmarks, local birds, ponds, public art, Sculpture, technology, temporary art, visual art, wood sculptures · Leave a comment

After more than two years of winning devoted fans and welcoming many special guests, “Colony” created by Christopher and Basil Frost is due to depart before October ends. When I visited for an emotional last look, I was glad to find that two new birdhouses nearby were ready for first looks, both full of their own appeal and promise.

Birds Led to Absorbing Art on the Bikeway in Arlington

February 6, 2020 · by · in animals in art, Arlington Public Art, Art, Artists, bird houses, calligraphy, children, commuity, design, drawing, environmental education, families, granite sculpture, graphic design, Installations, interactive art, local birds, Minuteman Bikeway, Nature study, painting, public art, Sculpture, temporary art, Uncategorized, visual art, women artists · 3 Comments

A sudden flurry of bird activity in my yard this past weekend got me out on the mild Monday, February 3, to revisit three artworks in easy walking distance from each other: Extraordinary Ordinary Birds, “Colony,” and “Penny the Swan.” All three added to my appreciations of birds and art.