A new Christo project, the artist famous for his public art pieces that wrap or engulf areas with large fabric sculptures, has been approved by the federal government following a long and extremely expensive investigation into concerns about how the piece might affect the local environment.
The piece, proposed to "wrap" 42 miles of the Arkansas River in 5.9 miles of fabric sheets, has drawn wide criticism about its potential negative impact on the area's wildlife. I'm not so sure about the idea to tell the truth. I'm all about beautiful and monumental projects...I love the interaction between nature and art and can only dream of being able to create something so expansive...but that's a lot of nature to be covered with fabric. That's a lot of fabric. That's a lot of plants. That's a lot of animals. Compared to the concern over plastic bags, receipts and 6-pack holders that I've constantly been told to throw away my whole life, this seems a bit retro-active. If the artists and government truly think the effect is minimal then I trust them, hesitantly...But I would also urge the artist to really think about it....Does what you are trying to do have enough upside to counter-act the potential downside? Is it really necessary to risk? Is the piece THAT important or is pride and personal desire taking too large a role?
Just PLEASE think about it...I don't want to read how art destroyed a river in ten years...
http://www.theartnewspaper.com/articles/Christo’s-Over-The-River-gets-federal-approval/25085
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