You might have noticed that there is already a lovely outdoor sculpture or two on the Lupin grounds, and a rotating exhibit of art and photographs in the restaurant. What you might not know is that Lori Kay, owner of Lupin, is a world-renowned sculpture artist who has had several major exhibitions in San Francisco, San Jose, and throughout the Bay Area. She's also been a long-time participant in the Hunters Point Shipyard and has numerous accolades for her large-scale sculptures placed in corporate, civic and gallery environments (see www.lorikay.com). Her creations are whimsical and structural, integrating elements of welding, recycled pieces, plasma cutting, and mixed media.

Now, Lupin has invited all of us to participate in the evolution of its new sculpture garden. Mardi Storm, whose fantastic piece "Hippocampus" has graced the main lobby at Burning Man Headquarters, will be installing "Twilight Anima Rising" at Lupin. This artwork first made an appearance at Burning Man 2005. Also, Bob "Wizzard" Marzewski, whose large-themed art is known to many South Bay Burners, will be installing "Intelligent Design" at Lupin, which he built for the Burning Man 2006 theme "Hope and Fear: The Future". Overall, there are 19 pieces currently slated for placement on the grounds, including a "sculpture walk" which is going to be a fundamental part of the new art & nature programming rolling out this year.

With Mardi and Wizzard seeding the new sculpture garden with some burner art, we wonder what else burners can grow there. The owners of Lupin are inviting all of us to install large-scale art (either an on-loan or permanent basis) to help enrich the flavor of Lupin. Do you have a favorite art project that came back from the playa a little dusty, and you can't figure out where to store it? Is it taking up too much of your backyard (which may be great for parties, but you *would* like to be able to sit out there, too, right?) Do you want to display it for the burner crew at Soulstance 2009, and let the rest of Lupin members and visitors enjoy it too? We have a great opportunity to contribute to the creation of a new art space right in our own back yard. (Lupin has over 110 acres to share with us!) If you'd like to list your art for sale, exposure to the Lupin community is a great way to gain an appreciative audience.

If you're interested, please contact lori@lorikay.com to discuss timing and placement.