| The
Art Park
The
Art Park is a sculpture garden established in 1987 by the sculptor Faust
on a 1.3 acre wooded area next to the station. It is a maze of small
trails - an "environment" in folk-art parlance - filled with
life-size wood carvings, amazing crystal abstractions suspended from
trees and metal creations that range from whimsical to phantasmagoric.
Some of the pieces evoke the myths and spirits of Africa - others are
simply playful. Still others speak of the human condition and suggest
the idea of enlightenment. The use of colors, animal figures and interactive
mechanical motion make Faust's art fascinating and engaging for children.
Visitors are invited to touch, play with and explore the sculptures.
The Art Park is a place where dreams and reality take on new dimensions,
where one's spirit is uplifted. Close to 150 pieces will be in place
when the Park re-opens in spring 2003. Entry to the park is free - donations
are accepted. |
| Faust
Afer spending fifteen years working and exhibiting
in New York City, Faust and his wife Miriam settled in the Sacandaga
station. The Art Park has become Faust's permanent exhibit. He began
wood carving at the age of 19 and worked exclusively in wood till he
met the modernist metal sculptor David Smith in 1980. The early wood
sculptures show his interest in African art and Nigerian deities. Later
work transcends race or ethnic background. Most of the metal sculptures
are welded assemblies that range from beautiful, to inventive, to just
playful and engaging. As Faust says: "Wood is my main discipline
but welding is my fun".
See the
artist at work!
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