Acoustic Mirror East , Swansea, Wales.
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N 51° 36.872 W 003° 55.980
30U E 435401 N 5718579
The 20 feet high sound sculpture by Rob Olins called 'Acoustic Mirror' amplifies the sound of the Sea, to any observer standing in front of this massive Steel and Slate reflective sculpture.
Waymark Code: WMDPXQ
Location: South Wales, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 02/12/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Max and 99
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Swansea promenade features many sculptures, one of the latest is the 6m high 'Acoustic Mirror' set in Marine Walk, at the Maratime Quarter.
The hard curved slate surface of the sculpture naturally amplifies the sea sounds, and can be heard by anyone standing in front of the sculpture.

The Sculptor Rob Olins, also had an exhibition of acoustic artworks at the Mission Gallery Swansea in 2010.

For more information on the Sculptor:- (visit link)
Title of Piece: Acoustic Mirror, (East)

Artist: Rob Olins

Material/Media: Steel & Slate

Date of Creation or Placement: 2009

Location (specific park, transit center, library, etc.): Marine Walk, Maratime Quarter.

Web link(s) for additional information: [Web Link]

Web link(s) to YouTube or other video: Not listed

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