![]() The artwork consists of ten cloud-like forms suspended along the concourse ceiling. As visitors walk down the concourse or travel on the moving walkways, the straps and interlaced image produce unexpected animations through the pattern interference they create.Ĭloud Gazing is inspired by the dream-like quality of watching clouds over the expansive plains of the Midwest, as well as pareidolia, the tendency to see images in nebulous forms like clouds. Hanging nylon straps give each cloud a three dimensional and billowing quality while obscuring vibrant interlaced patterns printed on the ceiling tiles above each cloud. The glass-sided connector offers views of the airfield and sky on both sides, complemented by the custom artwork overhead.Ī series of ten cloud-like forms suspended along the concourse ceiling. This creates the appearance of movement as travelers walk or glide on the moving walkways below. The custom artwork includes 10 "clouds" with colorful backgrounds frames with white nylon straps form a barrier-grid animation. Powder Coated Aluminum, Nylon Straps, UV Printed Acoustic Tiles.Ĭloud Gazing is located in the New Terminal's concourse Connector, taking advantage of the long open perspective. All artworks were approved by the Municipal Art Commission.įor more information about the One Percent for Art program visit /art. This program provides a catalyst for artistic growth and aesthetic excellence in the community while enhancing the vitality of Kansas City, enriching the lives of its citizens and visitors. ![]() ![]() Kansas City International Airport participates in the City of Kansas City, Missouri’s “One Percent for Art” program, stipulating that one percent of public construction costs be set aside for public art enhancements. ![]() The commissioned artworks range in medium from traditionally framed drawings, paintings and photography to textiles, floor mosaics, ceramics, mixed-media, assemblage, digital and electronic art displays, reliefs and sculptures. Artwork from local, regional, and international artists are featured throughout the terminal, parking garage, and concourses. Travelers visiting Kansas City International Airport will experience the largest public art project in Kansas City history. ![]()
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