2023

stainless steel and Monterey cypress

13” H x 7” W x 7” D

Australia; Brunei Darussalam; Canada; Chile; People's Republic of China; Hong Kong, China; Indonesia; Japan; Republic of Korea; Malaysia; Mexico; New Zealand; Papua New Guinea; Peru; The Republic of the Philippines; The Russian Federation; Singapore; Chinese Taipei; Thailand; United States of America; and Viet Nam

Doves are international symbols of hope and peace. For centuries, doves have been utilized as messengers, connecting faraway lands and uniting civilizations across land and sea.

Uplift is constructed in the shape of a dove's wing, featuring 21 laser cut feathers, each representing one of the APEC member economies. This unique sculpture is made of welded stainless steel that has been mirror polished and brushed. The artwork is set upon a hand formed base made of cypress wood, sustainably sourced from a 200-year-old Bay Area-grown tree.

This series was commissioned by the United States Department of State to be gifted to the leaders of the 21 member nations of APEC. Thanks to the San Francisco Travel Association for facilitating the connection.