Should the public have a say in designing and implementing art funded by private developers?
Mornings with Simi
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Westbank’s ‘Spinning Chandelier’ is continuing to create controversy. In an op-ed in the Star Metro Vancouver, Melody Ma writes about the rules surrounding public art that is funded by real estate developers. Citing Westbank’s most recent installation, Ma writes that she feels that the city should create a committee that would work to approve the developer funded public art. Ma feels oversight from the city would ensure the art reflects surrounding community.
Guest: Melody Ma
Neighbourhood advocate
Guest: Claire Allen
Simi Sara Show Contributor
Westbank’s ‘Spinning Chandelier’ is continuing to create controversy. In an op-ed in the Star Metro Vancouver, Melody Ma writes about the rules surrounding public art that is funded by real estate developers. Citing Westbank’s most recent installation, Ma writes that she feels that the city should create a committee that would work to approve the developer funded public art. Ma feels oversight from the city would ensure the art reflects surrounding community.
Guest: Melody Ma
Neighbourhood advocate
Guest: Claire Allen
Simi Sara Show Contributor