My artwork has always changed its appearance. I've discovered early on that this was a strength that I instinctively possessed. Conceptual issues tend to direct the medium I choose. In the context of public art I choose materials that fit the specific space issues. When I designed the South Boston MBTA lenticular mural, I needed materials that could withstand shifting temperature changes, bird excrement, and possible vandalism. This lenticular mural has now been installed for fourteen years without any problems.
As the lead Artist for the Mural project titled "40 Days, 40 Nights", I helped local high-school students develop the design of the mural and helped them execute the painting day to day. This mural design was collaborative and integrated traditional studio practice so that the student was able to have a complete experience as a professional artist. I encouraged these students to help develop the mural as we were working on it and allow the art to evolve as we were making it. I was able to manage the creative power of these students and identified what type of positive improvised additions would be included into the mural. This mural has become a landmark for the neighborhood and helped to control graffiti and vandalism.
For a public art to be successful it must address the interests and sensibilities of its audience and be compelling within the first few moments of its discovery. I design, build, and install this very kind of successful public art as demonstrated in my portfolio.