NEW YORK | Block #7
Team Name: Team NY
Sculpture Title: Open Mind
Artist Statement:
Our sculpture uses the poetry of Edward Lear (The Old Man With a Beard) as a jumping off point to describe fate, good fortune, and realizing our dreams.
This composition uses the symbolism of birds (aim high, achieve your goals), owls (good fortune), and a nest (nurturing, growth) to share the idea that we can all be the best version of ourselves if we put our mind to it.
Team Members:
- Doug Schatz (Captain) - Professor of Art, SUNY Potsdam Specializing in cast bronze, outdoor sculpture, charcoal drawing. Snow sculpting since 2003--NY State championships, Quebec international competitions, National Championships
- Evan Blondell - Architect Specializing in outdoor spaces and landscape. Snow sculpting since 2019--NY State Championships, National Championships
- Stefanie Loomis