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The sculptures are each computer controlled.  The computer monitors wind speed and temperature within the space as well as monitoring the mechanical activity of each individual sculpture.  In the event of a problem, the sculptures are run to their lowest position where they rest until the issue is resolved.

Detail demonstrating the full range of motion of a single kinetic element as seen in profile. This view would be the first vantage point typically seen by patrons parking their vehicles in the parking structure and illustrates the ability of the work to radically change its apparent visual volume. 

The placement of the work also functions as a visual way-finding system.  As patrons leave their cars, they are attracted by the color and movement.  This leads them into the atrium and ultimately to the terminal.  The experience of the viewer moving from the traditional low horizontal space of the parking garage into the vertical open space of the atrium is reiterated through the automated movement of the sculpture. 

The sculpture is comprised of eleven kinetic elements that open and close at roughly 3 RPM, mimicking human respiration and giving the work its title.  The tempo of this movement is intended to subtly draw the viewer’s eye and serves as an intentional counterpoint to the often stressful nature of travel.  Viewing the work’s slow breath-like quality provides a calming element to the audience’s experience.     

"Atypical Garden" was the first sculptural installation I created after moving to Indianapolis.  It was created as part of the city's first Installation competition sponsored by Shawn Miller and the 4 Star Gallery.  The work received Best of Show from Jurors Holiday T. Day, Senior Curator of Contemporary Art at the Indianapolis Museum of Art and Julia Moore, Curator and head of exhibitions at the Indianapolis Art Center.