Cowper Street / Milton Street, Glenelg Mural

The series of nine segment petals are located on the pergola along the laneway, using inland dichroic (specialised) optical filters the artworks allow light to pass through the petals and cast vivid ever-changing coloured shadows onto the path below.

The title of the sculpture, sesquipedalian sea squirt, is a reference to the unusual sea species found in South Australian waters. The sculpture is generous, fun, colourful and responsive sculpture that invites people to touch and interact with it. The work incorporates sensor activated light, water and textural surface elements that creates interest and provokes discussion. The artwork is designed to arouse curiosity, challenge people’s perceptions and provides viewers with the opportunity to form their own interpretation.

This artwork was commissioned by Beach Burrito and installed by Vans the Omega as part of a live art performance during a laneway street party in 2016.