09/19/2012

Michael Blackstock: Artist in Residence at Echo Valley Ranch

Check out the new blog at EVR introducing their new artist in residence!

The new project, on the go, is a soapstone flowform fountain. The design is inspired by Theodor Schwenk, author of Sensitive Chaos. 

Michael is working on the prototype now and will carve the fountain out at EVR next spring and summer.  The fountain will evoke the senses, and it will be a place for one person to sit and be alone and meditate with the sound of water. 

 

 

Sep 19, 2012 10:42:35 PM | architecture, water

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