Montreal artist Elizabeth Picard has developeda series of artworks for a long-term care facility in Quebec. The series is mysteriously titled Sous le grand arbre: racine, feuille et fleur, which translates into English as “Under the big tree: root, leaf, and flower.” Related articles
The main part of the installation, depicting the selfthe tree as a whole, is located right in the foyer. The art object starts right above the fireplace in the very center of the room and gradually flows onto the ceiling. It consists of plastic strips, aluminum and LEDs. It seems as if real plants are descending to us from the ceiling and inviting us to relax in their company. The “big tree” also has a second meaning: it is a metaphor for the path of life, designed to remind the staff of the establishment of their serious and amazing mission.
Three more parts of this unique sculpture -root, leaf and flower — found their places under the ceiling of each floor of the building. To create all of them, the artist used ribbons of different shades, skillfully combining them and creating soft gradients. The light flair of autumn nature and the deep meaning of the work of art settled here for a long time and instantly attract the attention of each visitor. Related articles
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