Niki de Saint Phalle Review

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vytas
Chicago, IL

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If only all art was this much fun!

creative professional, father of 3 young kids, passionate about light, I love an original

Pros

fun, accessible, perfect venue, for all ages

Cons

none

OCT

2007

This is what art should be - fun, engaging for all ages and put a smile on your face. This is exactly what the sculpture show named Niki in the Garden does and my kids couldn't get enough of it. There are over 30 sparkling, colorful sculptures displayed among the flora of the conservatory (no not a music conservatory - it's a massive green house) and in the adjoining gardens at the back of the conservatory. These are the work of French artist Niki de Saint Phalle. The sculptures are whimsical, colorful and more often than not just calling out to be touched (and in some instances climbed or sat upon). The artist used various glass materials in the surface of her creations, from mosaic glass and mirrors to marbles and art glass making her sculptures both a visual and tactile feast. This is one show that is a must for all ages. Make sure to bring a camera!

The show runs until October 31st at the Garfield Park Conservatory in the heart of Chicago's west side.

For details visit: http://www.nikiinthegarden.com/

Last edited on Oct 10, 2007

Niki de Saint Phalle is recommended by vytas

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mrkstvns wrote on Jan 14, 2008 at 12:27PM

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Those sculptures look TOO DARN COOL!!!

Saxguy wrote on Nov 2, 2007 at 12:43PM

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I knew this was here but I missed it for some reason, even though I am a fan of Niki's work. I did get over there yesterday and everything was still up, although the field was fenced off. She's a great artist. I especially liked her Miles Davis statue.

vytas wrote on Oct 24, 2007 at 10:05AM

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In response to BayouBengal's comment from Oct 24, 2007 at 8:31AM:

I hope the exposition takes a trip down to the southern states - it would be great for more people to see this fun art.

vytas wrote on Oct 24, 2007 at 10:04AM

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In response to GeorgeChabot's comment from Oct 17, 2007 at 2:24PM:

George - you've got one week to get up to Chicago to see Niki in the Garden - it closes on October 31st!

BayouBengal wrote on Oct 24, 2007 at 8:31AM

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Awesome artwork! I can see why this is a fun show to go to!

GeorgeChabot wrote on Oct 17, 2007 at 2:24PM

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Thanks for sharing Vytas. I'm very much into representation art and would like to see this exhibition. :>

lbeckley wrote on Oct 12, 2007 at 6:42AM

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That's very interesting.

vytas wrote on Oct 11, 2007 at 9:40AM

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Thanks Meredith - I think you're absolutely right about Niki and Gaudi - it makes the imagination run wild to think of how they might have collaborated.