- Name of Piece: Moonrise
- Client: TheVeryMany
- Category: Public Art
- Location: Chattanooga, TN
- Date: October 2023
Moonrise is a new permanent art installation located at at the Wheland Foundry Trailhead in Tennessee Riverpark, Chattanooga, TN by artist Marc Fornes
Marc Fornes’ sculpture “Moonrise” stands as a testament to the fusion of art and engineering, a mesmerizing piece that captures the imagination. Comprising an astounding 95,000 rivets and meticulously assembled from 4,400 parts, the sculpture embodies a harmonious balance between intricacy and grandeur. As if drawn from the celestial realm, “Moonrise” unfolds in a mesmerizing dance of curves and angles, each rivet serving as a connector in the intricate web of the sculpture. Fornes’ mastery is evident not only in the sheer technical precision required for such a monumental assembly but also in his ability to evoke a sense of cosmic elegance. The play of light and shadow on the myriad surfaces and the dynamic interplay of forms create an immersive experience, inviting viewers to contemplate the intersection of art and craftsmanship.
