Take Our Sculpture Walk
The sculpture walk is presented by the Oak Park Area Arts Council and is on exhibit now through April 10, 2026.
“Public installations allow the art to be available to EVERYONE,” stated Camille Wilson White, Executive Director of Oak Park Area Arts Council.
Discover Downtown Oak Park’s 2025 Sculpture Walk
Here’s the exhibition catalogue of the sculptures on exhibit now through May of 2026 in Downtown Oak Park!
1- Paul Bobrowitz -“Juxtaposition” at Westgate/Maple
“Through my art, I advocate for environmental stewardship and the transformative power of upcycling, aiming to inspire thought and evoke emotions in viewers.”
2- John McNamara – “Lantern” at South Blvd/Marion
“I want the public to interact with my work. I’m interested in architectural form and function. I borrow from objects that intrigue me and synthesize those aspects into something new. I enjoy creating objects that viewers initially ask, “Where did this come from? Where did they find this?” I encourage the viewer to explore this discovery with me. I ask the viewer to interact with it, to open a door, to look inside, or climb on top.”
3- Nathan Pierce – “Embrace” at North Blvd/Marion
“My intention is to help bring awareness to our surroundings and create an opportunity to reimagine our sense of place. By highlighting the significance of communication through abstract sculptural form, my work sparks the imagination of viewers and helps lead communities to engage in more meaningful and effective conversations.”
4- Nathan Pierce – “Anywhere” at Marion St/North Blvd
“The surprise that we get from seeing out-of-the-ordinary things in ordinary places activates our imagination and helps us to see the world differently. In today’s social landscape, we continually find ourselves in the midst of growth and change, and this momentum towards a better world is sometimes frustrating and exciting for an artist.”
5- Hilde Debruyne – “Bloom” at Lake St/Marion St
“The surprise that we get from seeing out-of-the-ordinary things in ordinary places activates our imagination and helps us to see the world differently. In today’s social landscape, we continually find ourselves in the midst of growth and change, and this momentum towards a better world is sometimes frustrating and exciting for an artist.”
6- Emanuel Arturo Zarate Ortiz – “Mars” in front of Lake Theatre
“This sculpture represents a heron, skillfully modeled using recycled metal and electric arc welding. In Illinois, for example, you can spot these elegant birds. I named the sculpture Mars because it symbolizes our connection to the universe through nature and art. The heron, a beautiful and adaptable symbol, serves as a reminder to respect and embrace the diversity around us. It reflects how we, too, adapt and evolve peacefully in all conditions, finding beauty in our ability to thrive no matter the challenges we face.”
7- Bill McGrath – “Windwave” at Albion Apartments – Lake/Forest
“WindWave is an example of all of the above. A series of aluminum squares is fashioned into a flowing shape, contradicting both the weight associated with metal and the flatness of the individual pieces. The viewer becomes comfortable with the uniformity of the pieces so that time is spent “entering“ the piece and traveling through it. I find that familiar shapes or patterns make it easier for an observer to view a work in a relaxed manner, which supports engagement with the piece. The piece shines at night if lit and casts complex shadows in sunlight. “
8- Shencheng Xu – “Save Haven”
“My art is a reflection of my diverse life experiences, shaped by living and studying in both China and the United States. These encounters have deeply influenced both my artistic approach and beliefs. Through my sculptures, I fuse traditional and contemporary elements to delve into the intricate interplay between nature and humanity. Moreover, I am passionately engaged in addressing the cultural disparities between Eastern and Western perspectives.”
Visit the Oak Park Arts District Sculpture Walk
This year, we are sharing the sculpture walk with the Oak Park Arts District, located on Harrison Street, and you can check out their sculpture walk exhibit here.
Take a virtual tour of the 2025 DTOP Sculpture Walk
The OTOCAST is a free app allowing you to take a virtual exhibition tour. For more information on the Oak Park Area Arts Council, visit their website at oakparkareaartscouncil.org.