Arcs 2019
This work focuses on the recent history of the site, beginning with the settlers. The shorter portion presents 5 maps of Downsview (1878, 1949, 1955, 1975 and 2019) showing pictorially the development of the area. Each map is accompanied by a schematic text describing major changes. The taller half is comprised of panels laser cut with images taken from old photographs.
Corten and acid etched stainless steel
800 x 600 x 425 cm
Beaver 2019
This work commemorates the DHC-2 Beaver – the iconic Canadian bush plane that was designed and developed in Downsview.
Stainless and galvanized steel
450 x 200 x 700 cm
Sesquicentennial Trail Commission 2019
Downsview Park, Toronto
Four large scale sculptural works were commissioned for a ½ km. trail. The sculptures address various aspects of Downsviews history. (Landscape design by Forrec Inc. Primary fabricator: Streamliner fabrication Inc. Secondary fabricator: Punchclock Metal Works.)
Weathervane Planes 2019
Models of four of the deHavilland aircraft built in Downsview, were constructed from silver-brazed copper and brass, and mounted on galvanized steel towers (540 – 600 cm. high). The models turn with the wind, propellers spinning.
Copper, brass, stainless and galvanized steel
Dash 8: 128 x 142 x 44 cm
Twin Otter: 110 x 140 x 48 cm
Mosquito: 108 x 140 x 34 cm
Gipsy Moth: 92 x 114 x 30 cm
Treaty Table 2019
This work focuses on the indigenous history of Downsview, particularly that of the Mississaugas of the New Credit. A map of southern Ontario is inset into a large circular table, showing how the Mississaugas’ territory has been cut up and taken through 8 different treaties. The circular table represents the earth, but also a meeting place; the potential for discussion and reconciliation.
Steel, and acid etched architectural bronze
300 x 300 x 75 cm
