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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 5, 2015 Minutes Minutes: Art in Public Places Board Meeting Monday, October 5, 2015, 8:30 a.m.,Town Council Chambers AIPP board members present: Cookie Flaum, Julie Hansen, Michael Kurz, Kathy Langenwalter, Bill Pierce Kara Woods, Amanda Zinn AIPP Board members absent: Others present: Molly Eppard AIPP Coordinator, Margaret Rogers – Town Council Rep 1. Approval of minutes from August 31 meeting. 2. No citizen input. 3. Ford Park Portal Preliminary Design Concepts – Andy Dufford, Chevos Studios Andy Dufford is present today to discuss another layer of detail for the Ford Park Portal project.  Locations – opportunities (interactions)  Vocabulary – stone (rugged and refined), integration of metal elements to accent the stone – selected hand carvings to introduce human touch  Scale – designing markers to fit the environment – experience – amenities While the project was discussed broadly in our previous meetings, today he will delve into preliminary design concepts and the locations as identified by the landscap e architects. He will discuss the character of each location and the character of the markers and how they might be different in each location. Today is to discuss the overall concept. The next level is where he will work with Molly and Todd to truly exami ne the way finding so that the programs are compatable . The markers are about the identity, whereas the way finding signs are much more specific. We want the two programs to synch together. Michael asks Greg Hall, director of public works, to inform the board about the way finding program. The contract has been awarded. There was earlier discussion about colors and fonts. Greg will submit today’s power point to the way finding consultants. It is a series of “you are here” maps all encompassing of the park and amenities. It is icon specific. It is a classic and clean design with international symbols. Andy reviews the portal locations that were identified. He would like to extend our thinking on the program altogether. Each is unique in the way individuals e xperience the portals. He first discusses the west Betty Ford Way entry to the park. While it is an important entrance we do not want it scaled as a vehicular entrance. At the concession stand, this location is the big identifier for the park in part due to the expansive view. It can handle a larger scale due to the view from Frontage Rd. and the interstate. He then discusses the entrance at the east Betty Ford Way. With the parking he thinks a bit more of an identity and amenity can be created at this location. He then discusses the complexities of the e ntrance by the Nature Center and Manor Vail as seen from Vail Valley Drive. These locations are identifiable also from vehicles. The creek walk is an important intersection. He would like for us to think of the creek walk as an extension of Ford Park to connect the village. He wants to reach to the Covered Bridge for the purpose of the markers in establishing an identity for the park. He considers the new comers when looking at the portal program. Margaret asks about establishing information about distance. He does have markers which incorporate distance. Julie asks about the Soccer Fields and identity for this section of Ford Park. Andy comments that we need to truly coordinate with way finding on how they are signing the Soccer Fields. Bill comments that we may want some identity at the parking garage. It can be a step towards enhancing the stairwell area of the parking garage. Andy now discusses the materials proposed for the portals to compliment the emerging vocabulary of stone and metal as present in th e park upgrades. The stone will have its rugged qualities with refined metal elements and hand carvings to introduce the human touch. The drawings you will see today are all based on actual stones. After working with staff to look at priorities and level o f commitment, Andy will pick the stone. The stone will drive the design. He then asks the board to think about the locations and the scale for which each location calls. Andy goes through the preliminary designs with discussion of potential locations for these scales. He discusses scale, vertical scale versus horizontal, introduction of metal elements, and potentially illumination. These visual elements create the feeling of the park in portal designs. Michael asks about the metal application on the stone. In the monument industry a litho chrome is applied to sandblasted elements. The images are hand carved which extend the feeling of the park to the edges and beyond. He now discusses a more intimate level of experience especially along the creek path. A sto ne monument is cost effective which introduces the aesthetic to the village. The inlay markers are about 6 inches and can be set in various manners. These are simple ways to introduce aesthetic at a much greater reach. The same vocabulary can be introduced along the way with benches and markers. The intersection at the creek walk is also interesting. It is a bit hidden and should be identified. Nighttime illumination could be great at this location. It will help to enhance a sense of orientation to the park even if it is a night and you are not going at that particular time. It provides a sense of orientation. Andy now asks for feedback from the board about this notion of this family of portals to create this feeling of Ford Park to the entry points and beyo nd. Kathy asks Greg how Andy’s presentation corresponds with the way finding program. The signs are primarily going to be placed on light poles. The town’s website will be incorporated on the signs for detailed information for scheduling. Molly asks if it is to be called Ford Park or Gerald R. Ford Park. Margaret suggests that this be clarified. Greg comments that the official name on the interstate is Gerald R. Ford Park, but on other signage it is Ford Park. On the blades it is Ford Park. Margaret suggest s that it is brought up as a recommendation to the Council. We aren’t at that stage yet. Michael thinks the concepts are good and respect with which it treats the park. Julie agrees. She remarks that the bronze inlays are secured to prevent theft. She thin ks the path by the house needs signage that can be seen from both sides. Amanda likes the concepts and it was well presented. Molly asks if the inlays can be incorporated on to the stone to elevate it a bit. Cookie compliments the presentation as well. She does like the idea of getting in closer to the village. Bill comments that we need to be consistent with our language in the signage. Margaret remarks that the main entrance can say Gerald R Ford park as the statement entrance and Ford at the other locations would be fine. She thinks it is a fabulous presentation. She thinks the lighting is important to all five entrances and Council should be approached sooner than later in regards to budget. Greg comments that the $250,000 is in the 2015 budget. He would recommend refining it one more time and go before the new Council in December. Molly thanks Andy for coming with such a strong presentation today for our review. Andy comments that the investment in Ford Park is huge. The reinvestment in the park is truly making Ford Park shine. 4. RFQ deadlines and review Molly informs the board about the Booth Creek RFQ due October 12 and I-70 underpass deadline is October 15. Molly invites board members to review the applicant ions on October 13 for the Booth Creek Playground. Todd comments that once we get an artist on board there will be charrette meetings which will include the community to work with the artist and design group for the playground design. In the past, staff has recommended artists for consideration for the design concepts. Todd remarks that the community is interested in natural elements in the design of the playground and the park design. It is referred to as nature play. We want to hear what the community has to say and have the artist respond to those requests. Molly is looking for AIPP volunteers to shortlist the I-70 applicants on October 29. 5. Winterfest & paper lanterns Molly will meet with Triumph on Wednesday morning to discuss potential funding. As you know, we have discussed reintroducing the ice theater this winterfest. Kent Logan has agreed to be on board with his funding for the installation. Molly has met with Pau l Wertin on site to look at ways to have integrated elements to engage the viewers like playful seating, benches, etc. It will be a more complete installation of a theatre versus just the screen for projection. He will be working on sketches over the next few weeks. Molly has discussed content with Vail Resorts, Warren Miller, also obtaining licensing rights for showing holiday cartoons – vintage style for the last two weeks of December. The goal is to have it installed the week of December 21. Molly has also reached out to Pink Monkey to discuss the video projects. The board decides that people submitting their own videos for projection will be a big undertaking. Paper Lanterns – Doe Browning will be sponsoring the program again this year. Molly has met w ith the tree lighting event producer to discuss the project. We want to get the word out sooner than later as we are planning to have prizes this season. The tree lighting is on Sunday December 20. We will plan to have the workshops in close proximity to the tree lighting. We will advertise in the ART magazine. Julie suggests purchasing more lanterns to distribute. 6. Welcome Center Suspended Art The contract with Paul Vexler has been finalized. We are now discussing installation logistics. We are lookin g to install on December 7. Do we want to have a reception for him on December 8? Does anyone from the board have recommendations for accommodations that would be helpful? Michael suggests reaching out to Kelli. Kathy suggests talking to Antlers. The board does want to have something to celebrate it around the installation. It can be a small gathering to celebrate the work at the Welcome Center. 7. BreckCreate & Summer Programming Molly passes out brochures re cently published by BreckCreate which is the new umbrella for the creative arts. Molly shows images from the Breckenridge International Fine Art Festival. Breckenridge is receiving accolades for their recent initiatives in promoting the arts and culture. They have a clean and fresh mark eting campaign from print to web. She asks the board to look at the branding of their new creative website. It creates a bar which we should start to strive. It seems that we should start stepping up our programing and marketing to attract a fresh clientele enthusiastic about the arts. Margaret thinks it is fabulous marketing and it should be shared with Kelli McDonald. She remarks that it is classic local marketing district work. Molly remarks that their calendar is very inclusive off all creative events. It creates a central portal for information related to the arts and culture. The branding is clean and simple. Molly shows images from BIFA. Similar for the Vail ART Pass, it is worthwhile for us to step out of the valley and see what is happening in other communities in the arts. The festival included dance, environmental installations, trail mix art and music, bands, participatory art programs, and indoor installations. They also brought in international talent. The blue tree artist received much press during the festival. The artist engaged the community and they had a surplus of volunteers wanting to participate in the public art installation. Molly asks the board to think about freshening up our programming and messaging. We need to begin looking towards the summer. Molly reviews the stickwork installations of Patrick Dougherty whom she presented 5 years ago to the board. His artist fees have more than doubled and he would not be available until the summer of 2018. We should look into brin ging interesting artists for installations in the summer. We may want to explore artist in residency programs. Molly shows images of Deborah Butterfield’s exhibition at the Denver Botanic Gardens. We should look at bringing established artists to Vail as well as emerging. This will be on view through October 18. Molly shows the work of Lee Borthwick to the board. She is a young English artist who works in reflective steel and stumps. The stumps could serve as a trail/path from Lionshead to Ford Park. The beauty is also in the imagery throughout the seasons that is captured in the mirror reflections. Molly shows images of previous installations from the Royal Botanic Gardens , as well as her reflective tapestries. Molly was looking at artists who worked in reflection, as inspired from the recent public art installation at Madison Park in NYC. Kara comments that mirrors were hip at Burning Man this year. The theme for the art installations at Burning Man was “Hall of Mirrors.” We could look at specific locations to make it a discovery environmental installation. We could work with her on designating impactful locations for a potential installation. She would create the work in Vail as a part of the installation process. We could work with the Wildland Fire Department on acces sing trees which need to be felled. It would be a good repurposing of natural materials for an artistic installation. Molly reviews the process for the artist to create an installation on site. It would be a temporary installation, but would have some longevity. Michael comments that we would need to keep the works maintained. Molly comments that the reflection is steel and not mirror. It is a substantial material that would not be easily broken. The logs are welded together as a cluster so they cannot be removed. The board comments that they like the visual effect of the work. Kathy asks about the thickness of the steel. Molly remarks that we need to step up our summer programming by introducing new innovative artists. Molly agrees with Michael that we need to look at the canopy above the placed stumps to capture the vertical visual. Molly will ask HR about the process of getting an artist visa. If we get the work installed prior to Go -Pro, this may be an opportunity to introduce a residency program. During the month of May, many of the Buzzard Park apartments are not occupied. This may be a possible location for housing artists in residences. Kathy asks if it is appropriate to approach Kent Logan regarding his sculptures and if he is still interested in crea ting a sculpture garden. The board asks Molly to continue conversations with the artist. 8. Coordinator updates  Library Group Exhibition – Sept. 15 – Oct. 14, Reception Oct. 8 from 10-noon; People’s Choice Award  Riddles on Wall Street are painted  Relocate Time Trial Wheel – We need to assess the grade, cost estimates, locates for SW corner of village parking structure  Vail ART Pass - DAM – Super Indian Fritz Scholder Oct 4 – Jan 17; Wyeth Nov 8 – Feb 7; Botanic Gardens Butterfield through Oct. 18  International Ski Hall of Fame Installation proposal at Mountain Plaza from the VVF Meeting adjourned.