Calgary art project showcases future hopes of young Albertans
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The piece showcases 1,000 Alberta students’ hopes for the future, written on ribbons hanging on a tapestry.
There’s a new symbol of hope for Calgarians and visitors to enjoy this summer.
It’s an art project on a ridge overlooking the mountains just west of the Calgary city limits.
The piece showcases 1,000 Alberta students’ hopes for the future, written on ribbons hanging on a tapestry. It features students and seniors teaming up to celebrate dreams for the future.
The messages touch on a wide variety of hopes.
“My dream is to see the world come together as one” reads one, while another states “My dream is to lead a meaningful life.”
Made of wool, the tapestry was crocheted by members of the Bowness Seniors Club.
“It’s a work of love,” club member Brenda Ault said.
The tapestry holding the ribbons is attached to tree trunks.
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