I designed, created, carved and installed this large-scale artwork,
which is sited at this public beach in Vancouver.
Hand-hewn timbers are carved and joined
into a cross-shaped floor
with a gateway above.
The sculpture is laid out to the points of the compass
with the gateway aligned to
directly receive the
rays of the summer solstice sunset.
The cross is supported by local granite foundation stones.
The entire piece is anchored by the weight
of the big erratic block set in the center.
I built the entire piece using traditional joinery,
without any fasteners.
I worked with contractors, park officials and art students
in creation of this work for the new park.