The Golden Eagle Installation

PART 2: The Golden Eagle for El Paso Final Production and Installation

The second phase of production for this 40’ long Golden Eagle included glazing for subtle hues of gold, blue, and orange, laying out the installation template, affixing the backing system for secure hanging, packing for safe transport, and finally the installation on site.

Due to delays in the construction of the building, we had the Eagle in process in our studio for over two years — it’s been an inspiring project on a scale that is a perfect fit for the power-house team of Natalie Blake and Cynthia Parker-Houghton. A large project with this complexity and nuance, which involved several rounds of community feedback and dialogue, is a natural and utterly enjoyable artistic experience for this team of studio artists and assistants.

Thank you to the team at the Museums and Cultural Affairs Department in El Paso who helped guide the process every step of the way, including a super smooth installation. We are filled with gratitude for this opportunity.