The work of Jean-Marc Rivalland, a popular Perth artist, these creative sculptures are providing locals with a chance to be educated about the area's natural environment, while at the same time giving those using the reserve a fabulous focus of interest.
The sculptures were inspired by feathers belonging to native birds such as the white-bellied sea eagle, white-tailed and red-tailed black cockatoos, magpie and more, according to Mr Rivalland, who added:
“This work was inspired by these delicate objects that are a component of wings which create flight. These totem-like sculptures take inspiration from the structure of feathers and their varied colours and patterns.”
The creations were carved from wood planks and feature painted details and welded steel.
The celebration of the area's natural environment through public art is something the council has supported for some time, with Mayor of Stirling Mark Irwin saying it is a positive way to develop community spaces that are meaningful and unique to Stirling.
Often, artworks of this nature have been accompanied by informational Signs created by professional printing services that describe their meaning and what they represented.
The Plume, the 55th installed across Stirling City, is beautifully aligned with the City's Masterplan for public art, which seeks to establish a collection that reflects Stirling's natural environment.Get a Free Quote for Signs