Description
Growing up in a rural Colorado setting, as a young girl, Reven built forts in ditches, swung on the
backs of wild horses and chased lizards with her sister, Channing. It was a childhood experience
that ran closely with the rhythms of the natural world. In an expression of our High Plains
Playground, “Dancing Aspens” reminds us of peering through a colorful canopy. The swaying
kinetic motion invites us to watch and observe the invisible wind currents.
As with each installation, the “Dancing Aspens” may be arranged in response to their new
environment and exhibition space. The painted cups and glass shapes are in continuous motion,
even the slightest wiggle in the lightest breeze.
Ms. Swanson is a native Coloradoan and began her career as a professional sculptor in 1989. Her
work resides in over 40 public and private collections, both nationally and internationally.
Highlighted commissions are for Trust for Public Lands, The National Endowment for the Arts and
Museum of Outdoor Arts. Recently, she completed a large commission for 40West Arts District
and MetroWest Housing Solutions
