Art Installation at Coytemore Lea Park

Special to The Advocate

Ward 4 Councillor Ryan O’Malley and Mayor Gary Christenson, on behalf of the City of Malden, unveiled a new large metal sculpture at Coytemore Lea Park on Tuesday, September 10. This installation is another piece of the public art puzzle fostered and created by Malden Arts for the benefit of the Malden community.

“Whether it is sculptures, murals, painted switch boxes, or little free libraries; public art enriches and strengthens the fabric of our community,” said Councillor O’Malley. “My own love for public art was fostered by art teachers at Malden Public Schools including Carol Spaulding, Rosalie Sidoti, and Laura Bryson. I am forever indebted to them. I also want to thank Malden Arts and the City of Malden for kick starting the largest public art campaign in Malden’s history. I hope the public enjoys the newest piece of our public art puzzle!”

The sculptor, Dale Rogers, is based in Haverhill, Mass., and specializes in “abstract geometrics” with “clean and simple properties.” Rogers “incorporates iconic and whimsical shapes into [his] sculptures, allowing viewers to emotionally connect with his art. [His] public exhibits aim to create thought-provoking work that is sophisticated, easily recognizable, and serves as a mental postcard.

“[He] work[s] primarily with Stainless Steel and Cor-Ten Steel. … Cor-Ten Steel is chosen for its reputation of ‘long life/low maintenance.’ It is commonly used by cities and the federal government to construct bridges. It develops a protective layer over time, offering an organic and simple element to the sculptures, while Stainless Steel adds a touch of pizzazz and vibrancy.”

For more information: https://dalerogersstudio.com/about-dale-rogers/.