alyson shotz reflects green landscape with mirror fence
alyson shotz reflects green landscape with mirror fence
acrylic, wood, aluminum, hardware
138 feet x 36 x 4 inches (42.06 m x 91.44 x 10.16 cm)
installation view at storm king arts center, 2010-12
photo by jeremy l. thompson
the subtle reflection of space and its ever changing qualities is expressed in the work of alyson shotz. the american artist conceives large-scale sculptural pieces which stand as mediums in which one experiences their surrounding environment with a renewed perspective. ‘mirror fence‘ is indicative of shotz’s creative approach whereby she has constructed a picket fence entirely from mirror. the iteration illustrated in this feature was a commissioned installation for storm king art center in new york, and exhibits the physical existence of the barrier being almost completely obliterated by its glassy surface that casts back images of the landscape in which it stands.
‘mirror fence’ almost becomes completely camouflaged
photo by jeremy l. thompson
up close of the reflective barrier
photo by jeremy l. thompson
a mirrored panoramic view
photo by jeremy l. thompson
photo by jeremy l. thompson
mirrors (119 articles)
doug aitken puts a mirage on a snowy mountain landscape
the 3D-scanning mirror exposing the truth about your body
swell installation by we+ vizualizes the movement of wind and light
studio dafi reis-doron reveals 'evil eye' mirror inspired by ancient symbolism
doug aitken occupies former bank in detroit with a mind-warping, mirror-clad house
AMO's 'true me' exhibition in china explores today's selfie-culture
art news
crochet artist creates life-size replicas of local woman and her dog
#art
liisa hietanen uses a variety of crafting techniques with uncanny, life-like results.
liisa hietanen uses a variety of crafting techniques with uncanny, life-like results.
'demelza kids' by juergen teller - in conversation with the photographer
#art
the german photographer visited two children's hospices in england to create a compelling series of images to bring awareness and support for families in need.
the german photographer visited two children's hospices in england to create a compelling series of images to bring awareness and support for families in need.
doug aitken puts a mirage on a snowy mountain landscape
#art
in gstaad, waves of light create beautiful scenes every day.
in gstaad, waves of light create beautiful scenes every day.
fresh meat: plastic wrapped and ready to deconstruct beauty standards in the age of selfies
#art
it's disturbing to some. it's gorgeous to others. it's a new series for schön! magazine.
it's disturbing to some. it's gorgeous to others. it's a new series for schön! magazine.
The poor deer that run thru that yard!
Jim
I find the idea amazing! But unpractical because it´s kind of a trap… It´s like those clean glass doors without the white stripe, people end up bumping into it thinking there´s no door… People not expecting it might get injured. If it´s going to be real, atleast make the top of the fence round, to avoid injuring someone going over or landing on that pointy tip by accident. Also, somekind of red stripe or something that makes people still “see” the fence, but that doesn´t ruin the idea might also help this get to the market.
this is a very dangerous idea indeed!
Nice idea. If the landscape which is being reflected is different to the other side, then it will be ok. But it’s a potential health & safety issue if the reflection really is quite invisible. People and animals could conceivably injure themselves, not realising it’s there.
Yep — perhaps as an art installation but definitely not as a permanent feature.
As a temporay art display, this is amazing. Creates a sense of “you only see it if someone points it out to you” scenario. Not practical in real life use.
That’s funny…
Were the people you have mentioned were blind or invisible themselves?????
lol…
All these people not being able to see the fence must sit down and think again….if it reflects the landscape in front of it…certainly my reflection will also be visable…why would I want to walk into myself…stand in front of your mirror in your dressing room…would you try to walk into it…i did not think so.