Public Art, Science and Technology
While we might think of the process of art making as highly individual, the process is often very collaborative and requires the skills of engineers and technicians to come to life, particularly for public artworks.
About this tour
Tour duration: 15 minutes
In this audio tour, we will experience five artworks in Concordia’s public art collection through the theme of Art, Science and Technology.
This tour highlights the multidisciplinary nature of Concordia University, in particular considering the proximity of the arts and engineering programs on the downtown campus. Each of the works featured in this tour explores concepts around technology and engineering as subject matter, each artist approaching this theme in a distinct way. Beyond the conceptual and aesthetic exploration of this theme, you will also have a glimpse into the material processes behind the construction of these artworks.
We invite you to pause the audio and take a closer look at the artwork at any time.
Works you'll see on this tour
1. Di Octo II by Anthony Howe
This is the first stop on the Public Art, Science and Technology tour.
Artwork location
Hall Building, 1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. West
Directions
The artwork is located outside on the corner of Mackay St. and De Maisonneuve Blvd. West.
Accessibility
Seating is available nearby. Find inclusive washrooms in the Hall Building.
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2. Inner Light by Pascal Grandmaison
This is the second stop on the Public Art, Science and Technology tour.
Artwork location
GM Building, 1550 De Maisonneuve Blvd. West
Directions
Enter the lobby. Artwork is to the left.
Accessibility
The building entrance features automatic doors. Find inclusive washrooms in the GM Building.
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3. Heads of Engineering by Geraldo Pace
This is the third stop on the Public Art, Science and Technology tour.
Artwork location
EV Building, 1515 Ste-Catherine Street West
Directions
From the GM Lobby, follow signs to the EV Lobby. Take the stairs or ramp to the right, then turn left, the artwork is to your left, between the elevators and the security desk.
Accessibility
The building entrance features automatic doors. Find inclusive washrooms in the EV Building.
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4. Trans-Earth by Yves Trudeau
This is the fourth stop on the Public Art, Science and Technology tour.
Artwork location
EV Building, 1515 Ste-Catherine Street West
Directions
Pass the security desk, across the hall from the washrooms. The artwork is to the right.
Accessibility
The building entrance features automatic doors. Find inclusive washrooms in the EV Building.
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5. Imaginary Portrait of 24 Universal Geniuses of Today by Jesús Carles de Villalonga
This is the final stop on the Public Art, Science and Technology tour.
Artwork location
EV Building, 1515 Ste-Catherine Street West
Directions
Pass the FOFA art gallery and enter Auditorium 1.605, to the left. The artwork is to the left. (This is a lecture auditorium; do not enter if a class is in session).
Accessibility
The building entrance features automatic doors. The auditorium doors are not automatic. Seating is available. Find inclusive washrooms in the EV Building.
