Sir Adam Beck | Part 2

I think that in viewing this work by Emmanuel Hahn the important thing to do is to stand at the very front and to look Sir Adam Beck in the eye. But then, of course, to be drawn down by the water as it flows down, as it creates patterns in its unique stone carvings and it comes forward and sort of puddles down at the bottom. And look up and actually get a feel of the importance of who the man was but also the artist who is often forgotten about behind it. Take a look at the forms that are created within the sculpture itself, take a look at the texture, experience that visually. The foundation underneath is something that you can experience more so in a tactile way. So, rub your hand against the stone, experience the stone, experience nature right there in the heart of the city.

Just to think about the constant crazy hectic pace that Toronto holds right now, with all those lanes of traffic that are spinning by both sides of the sculpture, that to hear that water brings a bit of tranquility back as well, and maybe resonate a little of what the sculptor intended and what Adam Beck created. Because now, all around the Sir Adam Beck memorial are lights, are buildings, and the homage is paid to him because without him and his work with the canals and the generators we wouldn't be where we are today.  

Have you check out Part 1? 

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