Art....Well Groomed

Here is an updated picture of Socks, my Art...Well Groomed (AWG) public art project. Information on this can be found on the link or a previous blog post below. Socks is now completed and waiting to be unveiled on July 12th.

I wanted to share with you a little bit about the design of Socks. Socks will be brightly painted primarily using yellows, greens and purples. He will have alternating yellow and green stripes / bands wrapping around his body. Detail will be added by use of dots on these bands. Socks’ head and tail will have different patterns and will use lots of purple along with the yellow and green. The legs will have a bit more color, design and detail, and have ‘somewhat’ the appearance of wearing ‘socks’ because of the change in color patterns on his legs. Socks will also have about 20 phrases of his ‘favorite things’ printed on his head and body within the design. These phrases may not initially be noticed by an onlooker, but will be clearly visible once someone looks at the detail. The base, not shown, will be painted green with a little design, but not so much design that it would take the focus off ‘Socks’. The base will also have the title printed on the top.

I believe Socks will create a “WOW” effect when viewers first see him on Main Street. The eclectic use of bright colors and detail will catch the eye of all viewers from a distance. Socks will be enjoyed by many all summer as they get acquainted with his strong, eclectic, colorful and comfortable presence in town. He will be a constant reminder of the ‘Art …Well Groomed 2008’ collaboration as he draws attention to himself just like all dogs do. Socks will not only be eye-catching, but will also carry a message. That message is of course in the title, “Socks’ Favorite Things”. This will help create interest in that the public can find and read the verbiage written on his body, which will show what Socks’ or any dog loves to do. This may help influence a person to think about what joy they could bring to a dog by adoption or ownership.

I also wanted to mention that I am very fortunate to have great sponsors for Socks, Greg and Marilyn Anthony. Greg and Marilyn are both dog lovers and are well known for their many volunteer contributions to the Princeton community. We have a great location picked out for Socks home this summer, where he should be enjoyed by many.

Dave