If it's spring and summer in New York, then public art will start appearing all over the city. Follow this list for updates of temporary public art projects in New York City. • Instead of hurrying across Park Avenue, trying to beat the crosswalk countdown, stay awhile on the median to check out the sculptures by Venezuelan artist Rafael Barrios . Lining the Park Avenue Malls between 51st and 67th Streets, these abstract works, although fixed objects, seem to change shapes when the viewer assumes different vantage points. From the side they render nearly flat, but from the front they take on various dimensions. They play with your perception. When photographed, the sculptures look Photoshopped. It's the darndest thing, as illustrated in this post. Rafael Barrios, Rafael Barrios on Park Avenue 51st Street - 67th Street Park Avenue Malls, Manhattan The temporary installation of Barrios sculptures continues through June 30, 2012. For more listings and information on th
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