Lindy Lee
Tower of Ten Billion Stars, 2023
THE ARTWORK
Lindy Lee, a Chinese-Australian artist, draws upon her Zen Buddhist practice to explore the cosmos and interconnectedness. San Diego's cultural and geographical significance – as a major land border crossing situated by Mexico – influences her deeply. Tower of Ten Billion Stars stands as both a beacon and a way-finder, featuring a perforated design reminiscent of light shimmering on the ocean's surface. Despite its size, the sculpture imbues the bustling cityscape with a sense of serenity.
THE ARTIST
Lindy Lee (b. 1954) is an esteemed Australian painter and sculptor of Chinese heritage. Her art intricately weaves the cultural tapestries of Australia and ancestral China, alongside exploring her Buddhist faith. With a captivating body of work, Lee has earned widespread acclaim, notably for her large-scale public installations such as "The Life of Stars" across China and at the Art Gallery of South Australia. Another significant creation, "The Garden of Cloud and Stone," adorns Sydney's Chinatown, leaving a lasting impression. Lee's remarkable talent and unique fusion of art continue to inspire, cementing her as a prominent figure in the Australian art scene and beyond.
Tower of Ten Billion Stars is located along the central paseo, between the Rise and Alley buildings.
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