SUNDIAL
Media: Basalt, Sandstone, Concrete, LED Lights
Dimensions: 1’ x 25’ x 15’
Location: Waterfront Park, Saint Petersburg, FL
The human sundial celebrates the 100th anniversary of saint Petersburg waterfront park system, the 3rd largest in the United States. A semi-circle of markers, each with an hour denoted on it, is placed at ground level. When a person stands facing North in front of the circle, his or her shadow is cast upon the correct hour marker. The design includes educational components and symbols of St. Petersburg's history, including the hour marker of noon that reflects the city's sister cities in Japan and Russia. the LED lighting element is wildlife friendly, so it doesn't interfere with animals' natural circadian rhythm.