Reckon

The word “reckon” is a slang term for the process of thinking. To reckon is to arrive at a deduction or conclusion using intuitive thinking and approximate guessing. The structure of the sculpture, with its bold shapes and vibrant colors, is that of a radiant energy – both a sun and a flower, both provider and receiver. It implies reaction and expansion, and the vitality of living energy.  The artwork not only adds to the aesthetic value of the landscape, but also serves as a visual barrier to help keep motorists’ attention directed to the left as they enter the roundabout.

The artist, Brad Howe, began his career in Brazil after studying history at the University of Sao Paulo. His work presents the influence of inquiry into the aesthetics of various cultures and distinct movements in the continuum of art history. He is a native of Riverside, California and makes his home in Los Angeles.  Reckon was purchased by the City of Carmel from the artist.