Artist: Madeline Wiener

Date: 2011
Type: Sculpture
Material: Stone
Collection: City of Santa Clarita, Art in Public Places
Placement: Park

Description: This large-scale art project consists of two sculptures, a jogger and a dog, both carved out of limestone. The “Friends” are out for a jog in a park where the artist says she witnessed real people and dogs doing just that. Her intention for the installation was to inspire folks to get out with a friend, get some exercise, and enjoy a day in the park. Prior to the formation of the Arts Commission, the City’s Arts Advisory Committee managed the selection process and chose Denver artist Madeline Weiner, founder and director of The Marble Institute of Colorado, out of more than 40 artists who submitted proposals.