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Hope Flynn, Birds of the World (Painting), Tansley Woods Recreation Centre
Artist Statement
Birds of the World represents that one out of every 66 births in Canada will be born within the Autism Spectrum. These birds reflect on my personal life as I was diagnosed with Autism. I could not speak until I was four years old and the only way I could communicate was through PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System). People with Autism use the PECS symbols in speech therapy to describe words.
Artist Biography
Hope Flynn is an emerging Autistic visual artist. Hope graduated from OCAD (Ontario College of Art and Design) University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree specializing in Drawing and Painting. Since graduating, Hope’s artwork has focused on the realism of animal paintings. She has received grant funding from Ontario Art Council and has sold over 400 custom animal paintings worldwide.
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"Birds of the World" — Hope Flynn
Located at the Tansley Woods Recreation Centre, "Birds of the World" represents the fact that one out of every 66 people born in Canada will be born within the autism spectrum. These birds reflect the personal life of the author as they were diagnosed with autism. The artist could not speak until they were four years old and the only way they could communicate was through PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System). Some people with autism use the PECS symbols in speech therapy to describe words.
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Benevolent Angel
George Wallace, 1963 (installed 2015)
Welded steel, painted
Benevolent Angel is a significant work by George Wallace (1920 - 2009). Wallace was born in Ireland and came to Canada in 1957. He was accomplished in several media: painting, printmaking, drawing and sculpture. Wallace was also an influential art teacher at McMaster University (1960 - 1985) and helped develop the University’s art collection. His work has been exhibited nationally and internationally.
Wallace’s art explores both the spirituality and fragility of the human condition. His figures are often represented in poses that refute gravity. Benevolent Angel almost appears to float, the figure’s face is hauntingly kind, the outstretched arms welcoming, and the flowing robes transcend the sculpture’s material and weight. Located on the second floor of Burlington Central Library, Benevolent Angel was given in memory of Jane Irwin: enquiring scholar, diligent archivist and engaged citizen of Burlington.
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Stacked Bikes (3 of 3)
Martyna Dakowicz, 2010
Laser cut steel
Stacked Bikes stems from the geometric alignment of bike wheels. The layered pattern of the design signifies multiple bikes attached to the steel rack. Its graphic simplicity is inspired by the fixed gear aesthetic, with the aim of inherently promoting urban bike transportation. This artwork is part of the Downtown Bike Rack Series - a series of 24 artist designed bike racks installed throughout the downtown core. Beyond providing additional bike parking, the bike racks act as an urban art gallery that citizens can enjoy year-round. In 2010, regional artists were asked to submit designs that reflected either the unique character of downtown or cycling culture. More than 180 original designs were submitted by 75 artists. A volunteer community jury reviewed the submissions and narrowed down the selection to 10 finalists. The public then voted for their favourite designs. The jury received 883 public votes, from which they selected six winning designs.
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Walking into Tansley
Elena Espinoza, 2016
Digital photograph on panel
Inspired by the history of the original Tansley neighbourhood, Elena Espinoza has incorporated a variety of historical images of early Burlington life into her design. An image of a horse, a symbol of early transportation and farming aid; the image of wheat, one of the most important cultivated crops in the early 1800s; and an image of Joseph Tansley, the well-known postmaster after which the community of Tansley was named. These images are paired with modern images of life in Burlington to show the development of the community over time.
Taking inspiration from the architectural elements of the Tansley Woods Recreation Centre, a series of shapes and images inspired by the building can also be found in the mural. This reference to the building celebrates the important role the community centre plays in the lives of Burlington residents.
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