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Coral Springs Unveils Steel Sculpture to Celebrate 60th Anniversary

by News Staff December 22, 2023

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Coral Springs Unveils Striking Corten Steel Sculpture to Celebrate 60th Anniversary and City's Rich History

Artist Casto Solano in front of his latest sculpture at the Coral Springs Museum. {City of Coral Springs}

By Sharon Aron Baron

Coral Springs recently unveiled a new public art installation that celebrates the city’s 60th Anniversary and embodies its motto, “Everything Under the Sun.”

“The Living Story of Coral Springs” was revealed to an audience that included the city commission, staff, and members of the public art and historical advisory committees at the Coral Springs Museum on December 20.

Crafted from Corten steel, the sculpture comprises six large panels measuring 6-by-8 feet. These panels are arranged in pairs, resembling the pages of an open book. This artwork’s ability to interact with sunlight makes it unique, casting playful shadows on the ground below.

According to a statement from the city, the design offers a visual treat and aligns seamlessly with the museum’s theme, extending the narrative of Coral Springs’ past, present, and future.

The story depicted on the panels takes viewers on a journey from the city’s early days on the edge of the Everglades to its current vision of looking forward. These three pairs of panels represent different eras, essentially becoming an extension of the adjacent Museum of Coral Springs History.

Casto Solano, from Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, is the artist behind the work. His journey as an artist began with canvas paintings of vibrant landscapes, but his recent exploration into Corten steel has led to sculptures that stand out for their natural, rusted textures and meticulously crafted shapes. These qualities imbue his works with a sense of timeless beauty and raw elegance, and his exhibitions have gained critical acclaim across Europe and the United States.

City Attorney John Hearn, City Manager Frank Babinec, Artist Casto Solano, Mayor Scott Brook, Commissioners Joy Carter, Nancy Metayer Bowen, Joshua Simmons, and Vice Mayor Shawn Cerra in front of the new sculpture on display at the Coral Springs Museum. {City of Coral Springs}

Funding for this public art piece did not involve tax dollars. The Coral Springs Public Art Committee funds such projects through fees collected from the city’s new development and redevelopment projects.

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