The City of Ottawa in collaboration with the residents of Mechanicsville selected Amy Thompson to commission the first public art piece in the City’s collection. Amy Thompson will install the art piece, entitled Signal Pine, representing the area’s rich industrial history at Laroche Park in Mechanicsville this Fall 2024.
Thompson’s sculptural artwork will associate human-scale seating elements with a sculptural tree symbolizing the pine trees that once grew in this area. The artist will combine contemporary forms with natural patterns and incorporate patterns inspired by the interdependence of water, rail, and lumber. Her use of tactile materials such as stone will encourage interactive play and integrate naturally into the surrounding environment.
Thank you to the City of Ottawa and to local residents for supporting this exciting endeavor!
Screenshot of artwork rendering by Amy Thompson from the City of Ottawa website.