Art in Public Spaces / Kunst in de Wijken  

"Together", Maike Mei Lan's latest art installation in public spaces opened in Lommel, Belgium on May 23, 2009. Placed in the heart of town, in a public square surrounded by the village's most important institutions (church, school and cultural centre), it was essential to capture the heart of the community and provide a fresh and inviting place to gather and enjoy.

"Together" is made up of two metal sculptures that are different colors and different shapes, yet work together very well, symbolic of Lommel. The art provides additional inspiration and perspective depending on the time of day, the season, or the position in which you view the work.

Maike Mei Lan also chose to capture the lines of some of the nearby buildings, and did so in a playful way, integrating for example, the shape of a roof or a church window.

L. W.