My name is Nancy Princenthal; I am a New York-based art critic and a faculty member of the School of Visual Arts. I’d like to provide a little background on Nancy Rubins’ sculpture Monochrome for Austin, commissioned by Landmarks, the public art program at the University of Texas at Austin, and also on the drawing by Rubins that has been acquired by the University.  

April
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Landmarks Video presents David Ellis’s motion painting, Animal (2010). The nine-and-a half-minute video features a kaleidoscope of spectacular creatures, landscapes, and abstractions—in varying colors and shapes—interspersed with dramatic splashes of paint. Taking viewers on an exhilarating journey into the process of artistic creation.

Animal by David Ellis screens from 1 April through 30 April on a media station in the ART building located on the corner of East 23rd Street and San Jacinto Boulevard.

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Man painting a large floor mural
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Aptly termed “glamorous provocation” by Index Magazine, Sylvie Fleury’s work also figures as postmodern, post-feminist Pop art. Walking on Carl Andre (1997) functions as a cool yet playful form of retribution in response to Andre’s censure of a Fleury installation. Collectors in Geneva allowed her to film women walking on Andre’s work in high heels. The sight of stylish, colorful, “feminine” footwear thwarts viewers’ expectations and visually overpowers Andre’s art.

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Women's feet in tall red stilleto heels walking on works of art
James Turrell
A glowing egg surrounded by a larger egg

Outdoor public art is available for viewing at all times. Works located indoors may be viewed during each facility's regular operating hours.

Sculptures inside Bass Concert Hall are accessible 11 am- 2 pm Monday-Friday or during performances for ticket holders.

 

Landmarks projects are concentrated on the main campus of The University of Texas at Austin. GPS coordinates are listed on individual artist pages.

Austin public transportation to campus is provided by Capital Metro. Once on the main campus, visitors may use free university shuttles.

Please note that parking is limited during special events. Check the special events calendar to plan your travel. For additional parking options and pricing, please visit Parking and Transportation Services, which includes information about parking for visitors with disabilities.