Vision:
Members of the Clyde Community agree that Clyde needs an iconic image/ sculpture that will be unique and recognisable. This sculpture would enhance the hilltop entry down into Clyde with a fresh, new look.
The Sculpture chosen is the Karearea (NZ’s native Falcon) which is also represented on ‘Central Otago’s World of Difference’, regional vision.
Site Position and Approval:
The sculpture will be positioned on ‘Contact Energy’ Land which has a large adjacent carpark, a safe area for people to stop, explore and take photos of the sculpture. The site is on a large grassy mound between the highway and the side road leading down to the Dairy Creek boat ramp.
We have been given verbal approval for a “Licence to Occupy”, with a proviso the sculpture and surrounding area is upkept.
Project Details:
The Karearea is to be constructed out of recycled material, fixed onto an 8m Air dried Blue Gum log.
The plinth will be set 2metres into the ground with tons of concrete for its foundation, and the Sculpture will reach a height of 5.5metres. This will allow the sculpture to be unique in its form as a flying bird with a 5metre wingspan, and more natural looking for the talons to grasp the log. The Sculptor’s Engineer’s Producer statement will outline the stability and strength of the works for placement on the site.
Artist Bio:
Dan Kelly, a well-known Glenorchy sculptor and multi-faceted designer with an expansive 30 year career has designed the work. His fascination with the great birds of NZ has been transformed into a number of majestic and striking metal sculptures made of recycled materials. Some of these can be viewed at Bob’s Cove and https:/www.dankellysculpture.nz
Cost and Funding:
The total cost of the project: $74,000 incl GST
$65,000 construction and engineering
$9,000 installation
The group is looking to raise funds through grants, donations and other fundraising activities such as:
a Dinner & Auction event April 30th 2022, Steptoe Auction 6th February 2022
Local service clubs will be approached for support of picnic tables to surround the carpark, enhancing the space.
Project Recognition for Donators:
Platinum $5000+
Gold: $2000+
Business Logo’s on all promotional material and on information signage on site
Silver $1000+: Acknowledgement on all online promotion and at Fundraising functions where possible.
Bronze: $500+: Acknowledgement on all online promotion
About Historic Clyde Inc:
Was founded in 2012 and became a charitable organisation in 2014. All projects undertaken to date have been for the betterment of Clyde.
The mission is to raise awareness of Clyde’s unique history, identity and community pride.
Letters of Support:
Central Otago Art Trust
Please donate to –
ASB Bank Account – Historic Clyde Incorporated
Account Number 12-3455-0044003-00
Reference – Project K
Thank you for supporting this project and contributing to this unique sculpture of the Karearea (NZ’s native Falcon).
For further information please contact-
Marnie Kelly 021 1280056
Janeice Young 027 3202050
Chris Cockroft 027 424 8551