Timekeepers

Timekeepers, Public Art North Vancouver
Artist: Roy, Elizabeth
Category: Civic
Status: Existing
Sponsor: City of North Vancouver

Sculpture

Six life-sized stainless steel human figures occupy various points on the grand staircase in Jack Loucks Court.  Ascending an descending the foot traffic is encouraged to physically negotiate through the space of the artwork with the intention of arousing curiosity.
Upon closer examination of the sculptures, the passerby will see that each figure is in fact a life-size silhouette of an actual North Vancouver community member, that was interviewed by the artist.  The figures capture the physical likeness of the participant, and include insightful text about the individual's experiences during the mid to late twentieth century in North Vancouver.  
Their stories represent a snapshot in time conveying the richness and complexity found within a random group of community members.

Specifications

Location:
Jack Loucks Court

Materials: 
3/8” stainless steel

About the Artist:
Elizabeth Roy was born in Ottawa and received her MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art, Michigan, in 1984. Ms. Roy is currently the Acting Chair at the Foundations area at the University of Manitoba School of Art. She taught previously at Emily Carr University in Vancouver, BC.