neon sculpture and neon art installations by artist Ehlenberger including modern and contemporary artwork, sconces and neon clocks
artist working in neon art & neon sculpture


EHLENBERGER

 

Celebration in the Oaks
(1999)



 

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Neon Sculpture, Neon Art Installation, Celebration in the Oaks, New Orleans 1999
Space jellies

In the last two years, Ehlenberger has installed many luminous art works in a group of statuesque old oak trees in City Park, New Orleans as part of the "Celebration in the Oaks, 1997." and "Celebration in the Oaks, 1998." This year the new installation includes five new pieces: the Space Jellies! as well as some favorite sculpture from the previous years. The new works are grouped together on Victory Drive, a slightly different location from previous years.
 




Neon Sculpture, Neon Art Installation, Celebration in the Oaks, New Orleans 1999
Celebration IV

Celebration IV", is the large signature piece for the show. Based in the constructivist tradition, this sculpture incorporate subtle as well as bold uses of light, shadow and color reflecting Ehlenberger's unique, contemporary interpretation of the early 20th century style.

 




Across from "Birth of Ideas" is "Arcs", a Calder-esque array of suspended 4'-6' brilliant multi-colored neon arcs. Gracefully shifting and rocking with the wind, these simple luminous curves come together in concert as a mobile of light playful amongst the old and gnarled branches of the oak.

 




Hanging Stalaglites Neon Sculpture, Neon Art Installation, Celebration in the Oaks, New Orleans 1999
Hanging Stalaglites

Next to "Arcs" is "Hanging Stalaglites", a collection of singular undulating neon tubes hanging vertically, no two pieces the same. Reflecting a style Ehlenberger has established over the years, each tube is hand-blown with sensual curves and evocative blends of color.




Celebration in the Oaks 1997

Celebration in the Oaks 1998

Celebration in the Oaks 1999


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