See You At The Opening!
Birdsong is a unique multi-faceted public art installation.
Over 150 bird sculptures hand-painted by local artists were installed in the trees in downtown Hudson Ohio, as well as a large bird sculpture mosaiced in ceramic tiles that were painted by members of the community. The flock of bird sculptures is now migrating among other communities with additional birds being added to the flock along the way. Surprising flocks of color are popping all around!
The vision of Birdsong is to discover wonder in the way birds sing their own songs for different reasons, but together they create an inspiring sound of unity. Our lives make a sound as well - what sound will they make? We aim to foster reflection and hope, spark conversation, and enjoy community centered around this narrative of gentle beauty.
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Artist Gallery
The flock is currently nesting at the Akron Art Museum. As you explore the installation, you can discover each bird’s artist by consulting our artist gallery online.
The birds are installed such that the newest additions to the flock are near the main stairs and their corresponding numbers go back down towards one as you progress through the flock towards the garden windows. Happy Birdwatching!
Where has the flock traveled?
Hudson Ohio
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April 15th 2023 – April 15th 2024
The Birdsong flock first hit the trees in Hudson Ohio on the Clock Tower, and Ravenna St greens. At this time Melody also made her nest on the Park Lane green just across the street, where she can still be found to this day. 154 birds greeted the community with guided tours, and scavenger hunts as well as many other community events. It was a treat to see the birds in all seasons, noticing how the changing environments continually highlighted different members of the flock. Art shows at the Moos Gallery on the campus of WRA and the Peg’s foundation gallery added to the excitement and wonder.
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Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
May 17 2024 - August 12th 2024
The Birdsong flock began migrating in 2024 with its first stop being Cuyahoga Falls. The birds nested on Front St. and Levinson Lane for the summer and added more birds painted by artists from Cuyahoga Falls to their number. The community welcomed the birds with over 1000 people participating in the new scavenger hunt and many more attending events such as an opening event, bird talks, and even bird yoga. Art shows expressing more of the vision of Birdsong hung in the Jenks and Western Reserve Hospital for the summer, sharing a message of community, communication and wonder.
Akron Art Museum
August 29th 2024 – January 7th 2025
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The Birdsong flock added new artists to its number and settled for a season at the Akron Art Museum. This stay included a new community interaction where hundreds of museum visitors were able to create a metal, or paper bird to be added to a fresh large bird sculpture included in the exhibition. There were many activities including an opening, a vision talk, artist talks and an additional art show to name a few! We are so thankful to the museum staff who were fantastic to partner with for serving host to the flock for this season!
Melody
Melody still nests on the Park Lane Green in Hudson. You can go visit her any time! Take a picture with her and tag @door2art!
THANK YOU TO:
Christ Community Chapel for their extreme generosity in funding this project, and for their support of the vision to bring beauty to our community. To learn more about CCC visit ccchapel.com.
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The City of Hudson for their collaboration with this project – City Council, Mayor Jeffrey Anzevino, Rhonda Kadish, Dan Burkholder, Kevin Powell, Eric Hutchinson, Liz Murphy, Katie Behnke, and their teams. See what's happening in Hudson at hudson.oh.us.
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Collide Cuyahoga Falls for their key partnership in bringing Birdsong to Cuyahoga Falls. Check out more about how they bring art to the community at Collidecf.com
John Sinchok for his incredible help with the realization of the small and large bird sculptures.
Jon Fawcett for 3D printing many of the birds and donating materials.
Matt Gerber and WRA for roto-molding many of the birds.
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Gabe Loree for his web and technology services.
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The City of Cuyahoga Falls, with special thanks to Adam Paul for their collaboration with this project.
Mike Feeney for creating the molds for roto-molding.
Matt Maxwell for CAD design for the large bird.
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Door 2 Volunteers who have been so generous with their time and talents.
The local artists for painting the small birds.
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The Community members for making tiles.
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All of the Merchants who participated in everything from advertising, and community engagement to hosting events. A complete list can be found here:
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Birdsong Vision Team: Adriana Caso, Mike Seng, Karen Koch, Meaghan Reed, John Sinchok, Sara Hughes, Michele Moncrief, and Lisa Foster.
Birdsong would not be possible
without all of your efforts!
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