PUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONS
JC Paws Dog SculpturesThree stainless dog silhouettes were officially welcomed to Newtown Park on 4/19/25, in a ribbon/leash cutting celebration hosted by Johns Creek Beautification (JCB). The beautifully crafted, polished metal, life-size dog sculptures were created by artist Jim Collins and funded by a generous donation from Johns Creek Beautification board member, Michèle Morel.
We anticipate that the dog sculptures in Newtown Park will create the perfect photo opportunity and they are durable enough to receive hugs from the little humans who live in our city and play in our parks. According to the artist, they should last 500 years and need little maintenance during that time. The three dogs, a Great Dane, a Golden Retriever, and a mutt, are located on the pathway going west from Pavilion 1A. Stop by any time to enjoy these new art additions and share your pictures with us on FaceBook or Instagram. Read Jon Wilcox’s article in the Johns Creek Herald (March 24, 2025) about Jim Collins, Michèle Morel and the dogs. Dog statues set for installation at Johns Creek park |
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ENTWINED STRENGTH
By Eric Strauss
First in the "Dancing with Metal" Series
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To make something from nothing takes vision, strength and creativity. This sculpture by Eric Strauss is emblematic of, and dedicated to, all the people that came together to create the new City of Johns Creek.
Entwined Strength is constructed of 4,000 pounds of hot forged steel. Eric Strauss considers himself an assemblage sculpture and self-taught metal smith. He describes his artistic style for this piece as using “architectural techniques and toolings in a sculptural way”. Eric used hundreds of steel rods to create the sculpture. Each piece was heated repeatedly until 1400 degrees glowing red and then struck by hammer against the anvil countless times. Next, the pieces were reheated a final time, then twisted and pulled to create the “wavy gravy” flow and ridges seen in the form of the horse. Eric worked each piece like a puzzle to create the form – tacking and retacking pieces. Once he achieved the desired form the pieces were hand welded. |
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Johns Creek Community members, City Council Representatives and Secret Garden Tour participants were invited to hammer on the metal rods and those pieces were incorporated into the sculpture. The sculpture is oiled and will be left to create its natural rust patina. The patina process will take a few years to fully develop it deep earthy brown tone.
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“EVERYONE HAS A SEAT AT THE CREEK”
At Newtown Park
This interactive, street mural by artist Kelsey Montague is an exclusive piece for the City of Johns Creek and its design celebrates the city’s rich diversity and inclusiveness. READ MORE
TEMPORARY PUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONS
2017 - 2018
Check out our temporary public art installations here. READ MORE