City Of West Palm Beach: Michelle Drummond Becomes First Black Female Artist To Install Solo, Permanent Public Artwork Commissioned By C ...

West Palm Beach FL

11 March, 2022

9:16 AM

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Press release from the City of West Palm Beach: 03/10/2022 "The Metamorphosis" WEST PALM BEACH, FLA (March 10, 2022)— With today's installation of "The Metamorphosis," local artist Michelle Drummond has become the first Black, female artist to install a solo, permanent artwork commissioned by the City of West Palm Beach through its public art program ArtLife. The public is invited to view the installation in the Urban Living Room outside the Mandel Public Library, which is located at 411 Clematis Street.  The public artwork was formally presented during a ceremony attended by Mayor Keith A. James, city commissioners, Ms. Drummond, ArtLife committee members, and Mandel Public Library board members. Measuring 3' x 5'x 7' in size, "The Metamorphosis" is a site-specific, hand-layered fiber sculpture with acrylic on wood panel. The artwork honors the Mandel Public Library as a resource for everyone and a civic space that aims to advance society. Symbolizing life, knowledge and organic growth, "The Metamorphosis" is a fitting metaphor for the library. It is inspired by the philosophy that knowledge and transformation align and empower change and rebirth. The tree of life symbolizes growth, strength and beauty. The butterflies represent optimism and the limitless possibilities that emerge through an organic transformation. The artwork reflects the city's aesthetics, cultural traditions and diversity.    This press release was produced by the City of West Palm Beach. The views expressed here are the author's own.