Greater Forces are at Work

Crystal Schenk and Shelby Davis

Greater Forces are at Work, 2018

Cast glass and steel

Utah Division of Arts and Museums, Utah Public Art Program

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Utah’s landscape has been an inspiration to us for so many years. A lot of places claim to be unique but Utah’s mountains and diverse ancient formations are truly otherworldly. Sublime landscapes such as these make us deeply connect to the healing power of the natural world, our own humanity, and history. It seems clear to us that a healing facility in this setting would deserve a reference back to this environment and utilize the community’s connection to it. This design reflects and amplifies the architecture in its attempt to blur the division between indoor and outdoor. The illuminated glass landscapes will pull you through the space and invite exploration of the textures and intricate detail.  The natural materials are soothing and tranquil while at the same time, the glow and the colors in the glass will introduce a warm, joyful feel.