Montreal Public Art
Montreal is an art-loving city. That's part of the European flavor of this town. Museums, art galleries and public art fill every block. But Montreal also hosts lots of theater, fashion, concerts and fashion so you almost need a separate visit just to view the art. Rushing about from place to place, I was amazed at how much art I encountered. My first art encounter was the painting above,which was actually in the press offices for the Montreal Jazz Fest. I was immediately struck by its energy and 80s vibe.
I stopped to snap this sculpture on my way to the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. The carvings remind me of Native American art.
I know this just looks like two twirly pipes but it is an art installation, I checked. It sits near the Montreal Harbor and I pondered the pipe and water connection.
Monuments and statues are popular in Montreal. They litter the streets and parks like shiny ornaments. This piece decorates the entrance of a hotel in Old Montreal. I don't know who he is but the surreal shape and squatness of the horse amused me.
This was my favorite. Simple yet profound. I resisted taking a photo of me hugging this art work so I wouldn't obscure the image. I regret that now. What art has caught your fancy during your travels?
Comments
Tati, I got info on Botero from my trusty reader Andrew but I didn't know the Love was by Indiana, thanks so much. I walked right past that hotel and didn't know all those treasures were in the lobby but I know for next time. Thanks again for the info,
Dee, Montreal is loads of fun on so many levels.
Rachel, you are going to have such great fun, be sure to schedule time to explore because there's lots to see.
Greetings from London.
Nicole, I think art is just part of the European sensibility, you find great museums and public art in most European cities.