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An overhead shot of a bunch of different sized spheres in shades of purple arranged in a square canopy hanging about 25 feet above the ground on a grey stone street. People walk and bike under the spheres, one woman is standing under the spheres in the middle taking a photo.

ART OVERHEAD: SPHERESCAPE

  • Public Art
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  • Temporary Installation
Inaugurated in 2024, Art Overhead is a yearly project by Downtown Van’s Placemaking Team that has the objective of showcasing an innovative installation in the space above the passersby at Robson Square Plaza.
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An immersive installation designed to evoke excitement, wonder, and connection. Inspired by global artists who explore joy through shape, curve, and multiplicity, we wanted to incorporate these elements in Robson Square Plaza that invites you to pause, play, and simply be.
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The vibrantly coloured spheres suspended in the air disrupt the linear forms of the surrounding streetscape, encouraging you to pause, look up, and acknowledge your surroundings. Spherical and colourful site furnishings mirror the spheres at ground level and welcome people to sit, look up, and enjoy the installation. Even brief encounters with new, visually distinct environments can spark small shifts in our brain chemistry, causing a lift in mood and spirit. Spherescape offers a moment of lightness in the heart of the city, whether you’re stopping to explore or just passing through. Take a seat on a dome, look up, and let the space reframe your perspective.
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Downtown Van is a non-profit organization that represents 8,000 business and property wonders in the central 90- block area of Vancouver’s downtown core. Supporting them, and making downtown Vancouver a place where everyone feels welcome, drives us. 
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