Artist Spotlight at the CNE
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January 19, 2016
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If you have ever taken a stroll in the west end of the grounds alongside the Better Living Centre, then you may have noticed a tall metal sculpture. The sculpture was built on site by sculptor Ron Baird who was commissioned by the House of Seagram for the 1968 CNE. The 26-foot high sculpture was originally built in front of …
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Barrie awaits the arrival of the spirit clock
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October 8, 2015
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Barrie’s newest sculpture will be located at the South Yonge Street GO Station. CTV spoke to Ron about his latest project. Barrie’s newest sculpture will be located at the South Yonge Street GO Station. CTV spoke to Ron about his latest project. Watch the video here…
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Spirit Catcher Artist Ron Baird releases ‘Mantis Queen’
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October 8, 2015
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Mantis Queen has completed her journey from a shop in south Barrie to the rolling hills of Dufferin County. Mantis Queen has completed her journey from a shop in south Barrie to the rolling hills of Dufferin County. Clikc here to read the full article…
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Edward’s Gardens, Toronto Botanical Garden
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October 8, 2015
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MAY 2010 Toronto Botanical Garden sprouts 30-foot-tall sculpture by Ron Baird. National Post published: April 29, 2010. Gardens and sculptures go together like roses and weddings. One such beautiful union can be seen at the Toronto Botanical entrance gardens. (Itself a gorgeous work of art; it was created by Dutch designer Piet Oudolf.) The must-see 30-foot-tall sculpture by artist Ron Baird …
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Sunday Crush – Ron Baird
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September 10, 2015
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Public Art bestows a sense of place; strengthening connections between people and place and is integral in the fostering of a community’s identity. It celebrates the social, historical and cultural threads of the community, and honors the natural and urban environments. Public Art bestows a sense of place; strengthening connections between people and place and is integral in the fostering …
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