Artist: Daniel Hornung (Tucson, AZ)
Underwriter: Beth & Doug Grijalva
“Penstemon” was intended to create a destination that allows people to appreciate the subdued surroundings of the site. Hornung’s design uses color and whimsy to remind people to slow down and savor the beauty of nature around them.
The artist’s objective is to create public art relevant to the community that resonates with the environment. Many pieces of his public art are located in Austin and Arlington, TX, and in Arizona.
The lovely “Penstemon,” featuring giant bright pink flowers reaching for the sky, is situated on the hilltop behind the Montgomery County South Regional Library and allows visitors to take in the subdued beauty of nature around them.