HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-08-28 Public Art Commission Agenda PacketPUBLIC ART COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Community Meeting Room & Hybrid
7:00 PM
Public Art Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend by
teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining
transparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or
attend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is
located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or an
amount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutes
after the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance to
pac@cityofpaloalto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on the
City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subject
line.
PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only
by email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,
the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strong
cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are not
accepted.
Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,
posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do not
create a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated when
displaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view or
passage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda.
CITY OFFICIAL COMMENTS
ACTION ITEMS
1.Code:ART 2025 – Staff recommends that the Public Art Commission (PAC) approve the
use of private development generated in‐lieu funds in an amount not to exceed $300,000
to support a major 3‐D projection mapping artwork on the façade of City Hall that would
debut during Code:ART October 2025 and continue through the following weekend.
2.Code:ART 2025 – Staff recommends the allocation of funds in the amount of up to
$70,000 from the Art in Public Places Capital Improvement Budget for a major
installation on Lytton Plaza and four additional artworks in various locations downtown.
3.Donation of an Artwork – Staff recommends that the Commission approve the donation
of an artwork by Cubberley artist Darryl Dieckman into the City collection.
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐
based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
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that it is your turn to speak.
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PUBLIC ART COMMISSIONRegular MeetingWednesday, August 28, 2024Community Meeting Room & Hybrid7:00 PMPublic Art Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintainingtransparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home orattend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting islocated at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. Them e e t i n g w i l l b e b r o a d c a s t o n C a b l e T V C h a n n e l 2 6 , l i v e o nYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org.VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/88627841441)Meeting ID: 886 2784 1441 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance topac@cityofpaloalto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on theCity’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subjectline.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strongcybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are notaccepted.
Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,
posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do not
create a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated when
displaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view or
passage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda.
CITY OFFICIAL COMMENTS
ACTION ITEMS
1.Code:ART 2025 – Staff recommends that the Public Art Commission (PAC) approve the
use of private development generated in‐lieu funds in an amount not to exceed $300,000
to support a major 3‐D projection mapping artwork on the façade of City Hall that would
debut during Code:ART October 2025 and continue through the following weekend.
2.Code:ART 2025 – Staff recommends the allocation of funds in the amount of up to
$70,000 from the Art in Public Places Capital Improvement Budget for a major
installation on Lytton Plaza and four additional artworks in various locations downtown.
3.Donation of an Artwork – Staff recommends that the Commission approve the donation
of an artwork by Cubberley artist Darryl Dieckman into the City collection.
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐
based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3. Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, download the Zoom application onto
your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions B‐E above.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
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Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
PUBLIC ART COMMISSIONRegular MeetingWednesday, August 28, 2024Community Meeting Room & Hybrid7:00 PMPublic Art Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintainingtransparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home orattend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting islocated at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. Them e e t i n g w i l l b e b r o a d c a s t o n C a b l e T V C h a n n e l 2 6 , l i v e o nYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org.VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/88627841441)Meeting ID: 886 2784 1441 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance topac@cityofpaloalto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on theCity’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subjectline.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strongcybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are notaccepted.Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do notcreate a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated whendisplaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view orpassage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.CALL TO ORDERAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSThe Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. CITY OFFICIAL COMMENTSACTION ITEMS1.Code:ART 2025 – Staff recommends that the Public Art Commission (PAC) approve theuse of private development generated in‐lieu funds in an amount not to exceed $300,000to support a major 3‐D projection mapping artwork on the façade of City Hall that woulddebut during Code:ART October 2025 and continue through the following weekend.2.Code:ART 2025 – Staff recommends the allocation of funds in the amount of up to$70,000 from the Art in Public Places Capital Improvement Budget for a majorinstallation on Lytton Plaza and four additional artworks in various locations downtown. 3.Donation of an Artwork – Staff recommends that the Commission approve the donationof an artwork by Cubberley artist Darryl Dieckman into the City collection.COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS ANDAGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐
based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3. Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, download the Zoom application onto
your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions B‐E above.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 886 2784 1441 Phone: 1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
Public Art Commission
Staff Report
From: Elise DeMarzo, Manager Community Services Sr Programs
Meeting Date: August 28, 2024
Report #: 2408-3412
TITLE
Code:ART 2025 – Staff recommends that the Public Art Commission (PAC) approve the use of
private development generated in-lieu funds in an amount not to exceed $300,000 to support a
major 3-D projection mapping artwork on the façade of City Hall that would debut during
Code:ART October 2025 and continue through the following weekend.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Public Art Commission (PAC) approve the use of private
development generated in-lieu funds in an amount not to exceed $300,000 to support a major
3-D projection mapping artwork on the façade of City Hall that would debut during Code:ART
October 2025 and continue through the following weekend.
ANALYSIS
As part of Municipal Code 16.61, private development projects over 10,000 square feet are
required to either incorporate public art into their project or pay the equivalent in-lieu of
commissioning art on site. The in-lieu funds in the Public Art Fund are restricted for the
commission of permanent and temporary public art projects within Palo Alto and pays for one
Public Art staff position. The Commission and Council have approved access to $50,000
annually from the Public Art Fund ($10,000 for the consultant that verifies the private
development construction valuation amounts and $40,000 for temporary projects such as
Code:ART). This request is for an additional $250,000 one-time use to support the projections
on City Hall for the 2025 event.
The Public Art Program is moving forward with plans for Code:ART to take place October 16-18,
2025. The 2023 Code:ART event drew approximately 13,000 people to downtown Palo Alto,
and the feedback we received through surveys and from what the Commissioners gathered was
overwhelmingly positive. (See Attachment A). In order to have an even greater impact at the
next Code:ART and extend part of the festival experience over a longer period of time, staff has
been exploring bringing a 3-D projection mapping installation to the façade of City Hall that
would debut at the Code:ART festival and remain on view each night through the following
weekend.
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Staff consulted with a projection mapping company to get an estimate that would include the
planning for, set-up, window and building preparation, equipment and crowd control, mapping,
staffing for each night of the event, inclement weather equipment housing, artist fees for three
artworks to be projected, and the break down and removal of all equipment.
TIMELINE AND FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT
If the Public Art Commission supports the use of additional Public Art Fund money for use for
Code:ART, then the request will need to be approved by Council as part of a mid-year budget
transfer. Staff will need to launch a formal solicitation as soon as possible in order to identify
the right vendor for these services and begin preparation for the event. With approximately
$2M in the Public Art Fund currently, there is adequate funding available to cover the
additional costs associated with this request.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Code:ART 2023 Survey
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Attachment A
Survey text results – Code:ART Festival 2023
− It really set a vibe and contributes to what makes PA so unique
− It’s fun and because there is interesting people to see it. See people we don’t see often.
People with similar interests.
− Gets people out of the house 😊
− Gives more reasons to come other than window shopping
− We enjoy seeing interactive artwork
− Today I found out that Palo Alto values art installations and exposure for the public.
− Fun, interesting, social, current
− Provides a good vibe, gets people out and interacting
− These kinds of events really enliven the city. I would not be downtown but for it and
discovered many new places. Thank you!
− Nice to have night activity
− Very cool
− Great way to have kids see art and different projects people are working on
− Light work is great for all ages
− Love seeing downtown activated,
− Fun and kid friendly’ loved bouncy house
− Any semi-festival social event that changes up the scene and brings more people out is
cool
− Because it gives me more ideas and inspiration for my thesis project
− Something fun to do
− Many more- engage com, visually & intellectually
− Variety, activity, brings ppl together
− It’s more fun
− Covid is over. I want to catch up on the year that was taken from me.
− Love art and community
− I like the community events revolved around art.
− Fun and interesting.
− Perhaps have one or two code art exhibits for a week or a month so that the downtown
gets branded at the Code Art place.
− In a word,SPECTACULAR.
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− It was a fun surprise to see
− Such a great event!
− Great activity
− Great idea, would love more music, vendors, etc
− Perfect showcase for digital talent
− It’s fantastic to have art & entertainment beyond Disney
− It is interesting and fun. Guides are great!
− Great to see the creativity and to have reasons to come downtown
− So interesting and brings community together
− I want to engage more with the community
− Art brings people together…
− Fun for kids
− It was fun and a good addition to a night out
− My kids love it
− Yes, this is awesome for the kids
− Fun and interesting for the kids, and adults
− It’s a great way to bring the community together
− It’s cooool
− I don’t live on this side of the bay
− Fun, creative, interesting excuse to visit PA
− It’s fun!
− Because Palo Alto has entirely too much money and should spend more of it on art and
art experiences.
− I love joy and surprise of public art and it gives me an excuse to come downtown and eat
at a restaurant
− I love music
− Occasionally it is good
− It is nice
− It is fun and innovative
− Is always fun to see thinks like this
− Kids are happy
− It’s great for getting out of the house
− It builds community and morale, especially when there’s a lot going on in the world
− We need this to encourage diversity, inclusion, and innovation.
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− Exciting to see the town center be so lively
− Makes the community more vibrant
− I absolutely loved it, and it created a great ambiance!!!
− I love public art that is free
− Art and music builds our community. The interactive pieces allow us to connect with art
and each other in positive ways.
− We are former new yorkers
− Brought joy and laughter
− This is a great program! I had a lot of wonderful engagement with the audience and the team
is very supportive.
− We come to Palo Alto every 2 weeks for ice cream
− It brings people together!
− It’s wonderful to see so many people around
− Great sense of community
− Absolutely
Additional feedback:
− Love it!
− Great!
− No
− Awesome
− It’s great!
− Awesome,,
− Better advertisement could have reached more guests :)
− Fantastic experience
− Fun to see kids also engaged
− Suggest having someone at the more obscure installations to point people towards them
− Cool work and nice tour
− Keep up the good the good work
− Amazing. Excited to meet the artists
− Great work public art team
− More events like this
− More detailed information at each site
− Great to have no diesel generators, plug into the grid
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− College students - 3 males answered this survey
− Great job
− More live music!
− Great festival- love the theme and tour
− Very friendly informative tour guide
− Thank you,thank you ,thank you.
− Thanks for continuing to offer this incredible free festival!
− Fun, thank you
− Unique experience
− ArtistMicrophones so we can hear what is being said
− Fund art programs for adults, children and families
− Great exhibits!
− Bring it back every year, or more often!
− Perhaps it should not start until 6 pm as there’s usually one installation not set up yet.
− Need more of these!!!!
− Would love if there was a map that included the exhibits and also a food map with
businesses you can stop at along the way to get special items. For example, grabbing hot
chocolate at Timothy Adams or getting a dessert at Marvel cakes etc.
− Whoever was singing did an amazing job
− It’s so great
− Super friendly and nice people working
− Give more funding so the experiences can be bigger/more grand
− Cool
− I am a professional musician and would love to participate in designing collaborative art.
− Loved it. Thanks.
− Thanks for having us :)
− This has been awesome! Thank you!
− This was wonderful: families, kids, lights on University, Stanford theatre back…keep on
keeping on!
− The artists need help with their talks - 3 were good - the others weren’t.
− Elise new city manager
− More kid-friendly art
− Looks great!
− Do more! More often!
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− Add more pop-ups around the area
− Very creative
− This is a very cool and fun event.
− Amazing!
− This was a fun way to spend the evening. Thanks!
− This is great for kids!
− Nice! We had fun!
− Good Times :)
− Wonderful event!!! I come every year!!!
− 2021 was better!
− It was great loved the experience
− Love the experience located at different blocks
− This was fun!
− Well done. Downtown look alive. I’m
− Hearing directly from the artists was great
− Very interesting. Thank you!
− Cool to have the downtown more lively!
− Chatting with Artist is great!
− We visited last year. Thanks for a fun event!
− The event should start more later when the sun is starting to set
− Would love to see more promotion!
− Perhaps ambassadors at each display engaging visitors and others passing by.
− Work in progress
− Great! Thanks
− The tree installation was too noisy for my kids. It scared them.
− More like this
− More events in Palo Alto :)
− It was awesome
− More of this please my only complaint is I wish this was up longer awesome!! :) thank you
− It was great!
− Excellent execution! Wish it was for more nights so my friends could come!
− Have some installations with more sound. Sound and light would be more interaction.
Make it more of a game to search for the art.
− Great job loved the tour + hearing from the artist well done!
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− Excellent let’s do more of these!
− It made Palo Alto come alive even more! Art enhances the beauty of the city and the
people!
− Great event & fun town! Thank you!
− Thank you for bringing accessible art :)
− Please do more of these.
− Super fun & intriguing Love the “light” themes
− Great fun experiences to engage the public! Would be nice to have more diversity or
experienced in regards to technology.
− More advertising
− Great event. Thank you so much
− Great artwork
− You guys are awesome!
− Super cool
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Public Art Commission
Staff Report
From: Elise DeMarzo, Manager Community Services Sr Programs
Meeting Date: August 28, 2024
Report #: 2408-3413
TITLE
Donation of an Artwork – Staff recommends that the Commission approve the donation of an
artwork by Cubberley artist Darryl Dieckman into the City collection.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Public Art Commission accept the donation of artwork by Cubberley
artist Darryl Dieckman into the City collection.
DISCUSSION
This generous gift is being offered by a CASP artist as part of the Cubberley Artist Studio
Program (CASP) agreement. According to the CASP Guidelines, all CASP artists are expected to
donate one of their artworks in their first (4-year) residency term to the City’s Public Art
Program. The donation is subject to the approval of the Public Art Commission and, upon
acceptance, will be deemed a gift made under terms and conditions established by the City.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Furniture maker Darryl Dieckman is interested in reinterpreting iconic designs from the past in
beautiful woods and adapting their function for everyday use. Born and raised in Ohio with a
25-year career in technology, Darryl is now a recovering software engineer living in Northern
California. His passion for fine woodworking blossomed in 2010 when he began attending
classes at Marc Adams Woodworking School in Indiana with his father during annual Father’s
Day visits to the Midwest. Then a spiritual experience building large scale art at the Burning
Man festival emboldened the pursuit of a new career path. In 2016, it was his good fortune to
be invited to attend the Fine Furniture program at the College of the Redwoods. His recent
work exhibits an attention to detail and exacting hand work that are hallmarks of the program.
Darryl hopes to continue this tradition after completing the program in May 2018.
The artwork offered for donation by Darryl Dieckman is titled Forever and is made of redwood
and douglas fir. The redwood is known as "sinker redwood" which comes from Mendocino
coast old growth redwood logs that were lost in river bottoms and never made it to the
sawmills in the logging days. The redwood has absorbed minerals over the past century to give
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it purple and grey hues. The old growth douglas fir was reclaimed from the bookshelves of the
Hoover Institution library at Stanford. The name of the piece is both a reference to the time
invested in building the box as well as the history of the wood, the life it lived, and the life it will
live into the future.
Forever, 2020 by Darryl Dieckman
Wood (redwood, douglas fir), shellac finish, 7"x16"x10
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Darryl Dieckman Resume
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Darryl Dieckman Resume
Education
2018 Fine Woodworking Program, The Krenov School, Fort Bragg, CA
2017 Fine Woodworking Program, College of the Redwoods, Fort Bragg, CA
2016 Furniture Design, DeAnza College, Cupertino, CA
2016 Woodworking II, Palo Alto Adult School, Palo Alto, CA
2016 Woodworking I, Palo Alto Adult School, Palo Alto, CA
2012 Chris Gochnour Workshop, Marc Adams School of Woodworking, Franklin, IN
2011 Chris Gochnour Workshop, Marc Adams School of Woodworking, Franklin, IN
2010 Basic Cabinet Making, Marc Adams School of Woodworking, Franklin, IN
2010 Introduction to Steel Sculpture, River City Works, Cincinnati, OH
1997 Sculpture/Foundry, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
1993 B.S., University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
Public Installations
2018 Worm Watch, a collaboration with South Bay Arts Collective at the Burning Man festival, Black Rock City, NV
2017 Deus Ex Machina, a collaboration with South Bay Arts Collective at the Burning Man festival, Black Rock City, NV
2015 Hare Today, Gone Tomorrow, a collaboration with South Bay Arts Collective at the
Burning Man festival, Black Rock City, NV
2014 Occidental Oasis, a collaboration with South Bay Arts Collective at the Burning Man festival, Black Rock City, NV
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