'One, Two, Tree' Model Chosen For 2024 Lake Thoreau Art Installation

RESTON, VA — Residents of Reston will soon be able to enjoy a new piece of public art on the Lake Thoreau spillway designed by students from South Lake high School's STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Math) Team

On Nov. 15, the STEAM Team presented 1o models of prospective designs to members of Public Art Reston and a group of professional artists, photographers, and architects. The committee narrowed down the models to three finalists.

STEAM Team members cast ballots, choosing "One, Two, Tree" as their design for the 2024 sculptural installation. From one angle, the 10-foot high structure will seem to be a single tree, but when viewed from another angle it will appear to be a forest.

Since 2014, the SLHS STEAM Team Public Art Club has been creating temporary sculptures for installations around Reston. Art teacher Marco Rando leads the effort, with Public Art Reston and the Reston Association providing support.

To fund its upcoming installation, the STEAM Team will be selling calendars featuring nature and wildlife photography by Reston resident Mary Prochnow. Calendars may be purchased online or in-person at the Reston Museum. Purchase a calendar or make a donation here.