North Richland Hills, TX - Photo Gallery - Art in Public Spaces

America’s Fascination with Technology

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This vibrant glass and metal sculpture pays tribute to the energy and technology that we've come to rely on every day. Artist: Glenn Nerwin Location: Bedford-Euless Road Greenway

Armadillo

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This hand-formed sculpture made of welded, recycled steel is based on the idea of everything in Texas being “larger than life.” It is 9 feet long, 5 feet tall and 5 feet wide. Artist: Joe Barrington Location: Bedford-Euless Road Greenway

Fire Station No. 4 Bell Tower

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This contemporary three-spire bell tower combines fire service traditions with a modern fire station and celebrates the spirit of our past and present firefighters. Artist: Anthony M. (Tony) Jeffry Location: 7245 Hightower Dr.

The Cross Timbers

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This oil painting, commissioned for North Richland Hills’ 50th anniversary, depicts one of the few such habitats remaining in Texas. Artist: Daniel Blagg Location: City Council Workroom at City Hall, 7301 NE Loop 820

Haiku Dancer

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This graceful piece virtually dances on the lake’s surface, celebrating life. The 9-foot tall welded steel plate sculpture employs negative space to convey the artist’s vision. Artist: Jerry Daniel Location: Linda Spurlock Park, 6400 Glenview Dr.

Family Train

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This metallic family out for a day in the park is constructed of maintenance-free Cor-Ten steel, which weathers to a permanent brown patina. Artist: Seppo Aarnos Location: Dick Faram Park, 8344 Amundson Drive

Flower Log

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

Made entirely of salvaged steel parts arc welded together, the fun and beauty of this piece are fully realized when real flowers are blooming among the flowers of painted steel. Artist: Delbert Beckham Location: Bedford Euless Road Greenway

Great Blue Heron

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This larger-than-life bronze looks right at home nestled in the native tall grasses. Even at close range, the lifelike sculpture is easily mistaken for the real thing. Artist: Deran Wright Location: Founders Park, 7908 Brandon Ct.

I Luv NYC

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This large-scale tribute to the Big Apple puts a contemporary twist on the urban landscape. The vibrant 20-panel mural is bolted to the wall, adding to the industrial feel. Artist: Michael Longhofer Location: Ace Park, 7751 North Richland Blvd.

Integrity

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

Salvaged steel track segments from a U.S. military tank make up this vertebrae-like piece. The sculpture evokes appreciation for our dedicated service members – the “backbone” of America. Artist: Buster Graybill Location: City Hall, 7301 NE Loop 820

Monument to Nature

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This hand-carved limestone sculpture incorporates nature, wildlife and humanity, encouraging viewers to touch the massive piece. Artist: Eliseo Garcia Location: Tommy & Sue Brown Park, 8250 Shadywood Lane

Passion Flower

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This 15-foot tall kinetic sculpture is made from stainless steel with with colorful petals and leaves that twirl with the wind, serving as a reminder of the wonderful diversity in nature. Artist: Jim LaPaso Location: Bedford-Euless Road Greenway

Pinwheel

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

Three kinetic whirligigs act like weather vanes to produce a sculptural ballet. The pinwheels connected to image disks with curved tubes bring to mind shooting stars. Artist: David Hickman Location: Clyde Zellers Park, 4801 Vance Road

The Protector

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This three-sided limestone piece conveys gratitude to the guardians of our safety and wellbeing - firefighters, families and a mother with her child. Artist: Eliseo Garcia Location: Fire Station No. 1, 8001 Shadywood Lane

Under the Sea

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

Foster Village Elementary School fourth-graders helped the artist design and install this mosaic mural. Recycling awareness and arts education were incorporated into the project. Artist: VET Location: Legacy Park, 6800 Springdale Lane

Untitled

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This whimsical bronze sculpture evokes memories of simple childhood pleasures. The children and their faithful companion originally frolicked at a mall and were donated to the city. Artist: Unknown Location: Tipps Canine Hollow, 7804 Davis Blvd.

Veterans Monument

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This brick sculpture is a tribute to the sacrifices made by our military from World War I to the present. The surrounding plaza includes historical and inspirational inscriptions. Artist: Donna Dobberfuhl Location: Liberty Park, 5825 Holiday Lane

Weather

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This 20-foot steel and glass sculpture invokes thoughts and feelings associated with the variety of weather patterns of the region and the influence they exert on our daily lives. Artist: Barbara Grygutis Location: Stormy Plaza, 9010 Grand Ave.

Wilder Interactive Sculpture

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00 -0600

This whimsical sculpture group is made of cast concrete. Three stools and two curved walls with peepholes provide a visual treat. Artists: Carol Lynn Wilder-Enge & Charlotte Lindsey Location: Kay Granger Park, 4100 Flory St.