Source: Auckland Council
A new 5m sculpture with a water feature now sits in Årewaâs Moana Reserve.
Created by artists John Mulholland and Philipp Ripa, Airborne depicts a seabird in full flight with a child chasing in excitement, eager to also fly.
The artists say, âThe work celebrates the magic and miracle of flight and the utter self-belief and exuberance of childhood.
âThe childâs mirror finish reflects movement, while the bursts of colour on the wing tips show changing light and seasons.
âAt the heart of the Årewa community there is uniqueness, a vision and preparedness to absolutely go for it. Birds fly so can I.â