CC 2020-11-10_06d Presentation_Public Art Project_PPSouth County Regional Center Public Art Project
Monarch Butterfly and Hand Sculpture
Kathie La Martina, Arroyo Grande Public Art
Background
Regional Center Public Art Committee assembled approximately two years ago
Committee represents the Five Cities, County Library, Chambers, AG Public Art
Raised $50,100 – donors include county supervisors, service clubs, grants, and individual donors
Multiple meetings with the County to gain support and buy-in
Prepared an RFP and selected a local artist
South County Regional Center Entry Area
Inspiration
Butterfly and Hand Concept
Butterfly/Hand Project
People come from all over California and beyond to view the wonder of the central coast including thousands of vibrant orange and black monarch butterflies that flock back to the Five-Cities
area each year.
The finished sculpture — a hand supporting a butterfly — will incorporate curiosity, surprise, and enjoyment.
The five fingers, representing the five cities. Teal being a mix of blue and green representing sea and land.(foliage) A butterfly gently resting on a finger, always feels like such
an honor to have bestowed upon us,.. if we are lucky enough.
Hand and Butterfly Concept
This sculpture will absolutely be a favorite place for visitors and locals to enjoy for years to come.
The project will be completed in the spring of 2021.