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What is the name of the sculpture created for the Panama Canal expansion project?
What is the name of the sculpture created for the Panama Canal expansion project?
- Waterways (correct)
- Ocean Lines
- Panama Waves
- Canal Tribute
When was the 'Waterways' sculpture team first assembled?
When was the 'Waterways' sculpture team first assembled?
- Late summer of 2022 (correct)
- June 26, 2023
- September 1, 2022
- April 2, 2022
Who was in charge of construction for the 'Waterways' project?
Who was in charge of construction for the 'Waterways' project?
- Tionn Davis (correct)
- Journeymen Sculptors
- Eduardo Berto
- Karolek
What significant event was the 'Waterways' sculpture made to commemorate?
What significant event was the 'Waterways' sculpture made to commemorate?
Who were the supervisors responsible for the day-to-day operations of the 'Waterways' project?
Who were the supervisors responsible for the day-to-day operations of the 'Waterways' project?
Where was the 'Waterways' sculpture scheduled to be unveiled?
Where was the 'Waterways' sculpture scheduled to be unveiled?
What is the primary role of the founder and president at Karolek Arts, Inc.?
What is the primary role of the founder and president at Karolek Arts, Inc.?
Which date was specified for the unveiling of the 'Waterways' sculpture in Panama City?
Which date was specified for the unveiling of the 'Waterways' sculpture in Panama City?
When did Ms. Davis announce her engagement?
When did Ms. Davis announce her engagement?
Why did Ms. Davis express a desire to start a family quickly?
Why did Ms. Davis express a desire to start a family quickly?
What was the reason given for Ms. Davis not wanting to travel to Panama?
What was the reason given for Ms. Davis not wanting to travel to Panama?
Who else was familiar with the Waterways project but unable to travel?
Who else was familiar with the Waterways project but unable to travel?
What medical concern did Ed Berto have that prevented his travel?
What medical concern did Ed Berto have that prevented his travel?
Where was the Waterways Sculpture installed?
Where was the Waterways Sculpture installed?
What was the sentiment of the artist towards Tionn regarding her career?
What was the sentiment of the artist towards Tionn regarding her career?
Why did the mentor prefer the studio approach to artistic creation?
Why did the mentor prefer the studio approach to artistic creation?
What was a significant personal achievement for the artist at the unveiling?
What was a significant personal achievement for the artist at the unveiling?
What was the artist's perception of their legacy?
What was the artist's perception of their legacy?
Flashcards
What is a public sculpture?
What is a public sculpture?
A large-scale public artwork, often made from materials like metal or stone, intended to be displayed outdoors.
Who is a sculptor?
Who is a sculptor?
A sculptor is an artist who creates three-dimensional works of art, such as sculptures, using various materials and techniques.
What is the sculpture process?
What is the sculpture process?
The process of designing and creating a sculpture, involving stages like sketching, modeling, and fabrication.
What does "installation" mean in sculpture?
What does "installation" mean in sculpture?
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Who is on a sculpture team?
Who is on a sculpture team?
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What is a Master Sculptor?
What is a Master Sculptor?
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What is the role of the lead sculptor?
What is the role of the lead sculptor?
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What are the two major aspects of executing a sculpture?
What are the two major aspects of executing a sculpture?
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Why did Ms. Davis not want to travel to Panama?
Why did Ms. Davis not want to travel to Panama?
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What was Ms. Davis's concern about the Zika virus?
What was Ms. Davis's concern about the Zika virus?
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Why couldn't Ed Berto travel to Panama?
Why couldn't Ed Berto travel to Panama?
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What was Ed Berto's concern about traveling to Panama?
What was Ed Berto's concern about traveling to Panama?
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What happened to Ed Berto that made him hesitant to travel?
What happened to Ed Berto that made him hesitant to travel?
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Why was the artist hesitant to engage in physically demanding work?
Why was the artist hesitant to engage in physically demanding work?
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What approach to art creation did the artist adopt and why?
What approach to art creation did the artist adopt and why?
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Why couldn't the artist supervise the installation of Waterways?
Why couldn't the artist supervise the installation of Waterways?
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What is the artist's legacy?
What is the artist's legacy?
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What was the artist's opinion of Ms. Davis's talent?
What was the artist's opinion of Ms. Davis's talent?
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Study Notes
Karolek's Waterways Sculpture Project
- Karolek is an internationally renowned sculptor and founder/president of Karolek Arts, Inc.
- Karolek's company, Karolek Arts, Inc., located in Metropolis, Illinois, executes and installs large sculptures.
- Karolek designed the "Waterways" sculpture commissioned by Panama City, Panama (April 2, 2022) to commemorate the Panama Canal expansion.
- Unveiling was planned for June 26, 2023 (Canal re-opening).
- Designed "Waterways" with wavy surfaces to contrast with the plaza's straight lines.
Team Composition and Execution
- Karolek assembled “Waterways” design team in late summer 2022, including Master Sculptors Ed Berto and Tionn Davis.
- A full team meeting occurred on September 1, 2022.
- Berto was responsible for project presentation; Davis oversaw construction.
- Karolek retained overall artistic control, delegating daily supervision.
- The team included journeymen sculptors, apprentices, and support staff.
Tionn Davis and the Project
- Davis, an artist and employee, announced her engagement in 2022, revealing plans for a family soon after the wedding.
- Davis indicated a desire to start a family before aging out of childbearing.
- Karolek was informed of Davis's reluctance to travel to Panama for installation (April 2023).
- Davis’s concern centers around the Zika virus and its potential impact on the unborn.
- Karolek understood Davis's motivations, prioritizing her career and future aspirations.
- Karolek saw this as a good career advancement opportunity for Davis at an opportune time.
- Karolek felt protectively toward Davis as a mentee.
Ed Berto and his Involvement
- Berto, another Master Sculptor, experienced medical issues (knee problems).
- Berto did not travel to Panama to install "Waterways" due to concerns about re-injury.
- Karolek's studio approach allows her to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
Installation and Unveiling
- Karolek visited Panama City two days prior to the unveiling for final inspection and approval (June 26, 2023).
- Karolek was pleased with the outcome and the successful installation.
- Karolek met with Panama City officials prior to the unveiling.
- Karolek felt satisfied and fulfilled with the entire process.
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