As a start to the exploration into Launch International and its potential, I thought I would share this project that opened the Annual Arts Festival in Belfast, Northern Ireland this past summer. It was imagined by Jorge Rodriquez-Gerada, a Cuban American artist and marks his most recent earthworks portrait.
Wish required moving more than 4,400 tons of soil and sand with the help the community. It was initially "drawn" through the use of satellite navigation, a process that took 18 months. It covered 11 acres in Belfast's Titanic Quarter and could be viewed from many surrounding tall buildings that were opened to the public until the rain slowly eroded the portrait.
The community was involved in the physical creation of the work making this a collaboration and celebration.
Unbelievable!! It only takes a clear vision and focus and people will catch on to what's possible. Thank you for sharing this.
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