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Story | Structure | Site
The work of the Art Studio, lead by Artist Matt Niebuhr with team Artist David Dahlquist, is a thoughtful integration of site-specific and culturally contextual art experiences into public and private spaces within architecture and the landscape.
Our work depends upon many different elements “orchestrated” in a way in which the public is welcomed into and moved by the experience. In the process, we create memorable destinations and exciting new places.
Nature & Place
During this time of canceled events, we've channeled our talents into assembling a coloring book of some of our favorite outdoor places. Fun for KIDS and ADULTS, just download and start coloring.
Download: Nature & Place Book 1
Download: Nature & Place Book 2
The Story of Murmuration - a Public Art Installation
We believe art should be a part of our daily lives, as a benefit to both mind and soul. Learn more about this nature inspired public art installation for yourself! Watch our video.
From Here to There: High Trestle Trail Bridge Public Art Installation
Experience this iconic public art installation for yourself! Watch the video.
Discover more about the Art Studio
Publications
CULTURAL STORYTELLING:
The social and economic value of cultural storytelling and Creative Placemaking in your public spaces. Read the full article here.
CODAmagazine: Suspended in Space VI Features "Murmuration" Read More
CODAmagazine: Placemaking Art II Features "Beneath the Whispering Maples" Read More
Public Art
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Clear Lake City Beach Enhancement Project
Clear Lake, IA
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Murmuration
Des Moines, IA
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Gather - Adams County Human Services Center
Westminster, CO
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Both / And - Tolerance / Innovation
Madison, WI
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Lily Pavilion - Jack Trice Stadium Green Space
Ames, IA
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Aguas onduladas (rippling waters)
San Antonio, TX
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Water, You and I
Boynton Beach, FL
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Waukee Railroad Pergola: In the Shadow of the Rails
Waukee, IA
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Sun Pavilion
El Paso, TX
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the weight of your heart / the weight of a feather
Leawood, KS
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Grinnell Central Park
Grinnell, IA
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Technology Triangle Colonnade
Washington, DC
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Middy & Basil Deegan Pavilions - West View Park
Spencer, IA
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We Are a Bowl: "Empty Earthen Vessels Waiting to be Filled"
Kansas City, MO
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Of Water, Light, and Stone: Integrated Artwork in 2nd Street Transportation Corridor
Rochester, MN
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Simpson College Pedestrian Plaza
Indianola, IA
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Needles and Thread
Nashville, TN
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Klopfenstein Amphitheater for the Performing Arts
Marion, IA
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Technology Columns
Ames, IA
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The View From our Window
Linn County, IA
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Transportation Signature
Des Moines, IA
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South Omaha Streetscape Revitalization
Omaha, NE
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Confluence
Calgary, AB
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Capitol Avenue Streetscape
Springfield, IL
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Lift
Adair County, IA
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Three Stars Plaza
Clear Lake, IA
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Harrison County - Iowa Welcome Center
Missouri Valley, IA
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From Here to There: High Trestle Trail Bridge Public Art
Madrid, IA
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University of Florida - Southwest Recreation Center Expansion
Gainesville, FL
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It Has Iowa Written All Over It
Johnson County, IA
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Convergence - Marston Welcome Center
Marston, MO
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Downtown Broadway Avenue Streetscape
Council Bluffs, IA
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Federal Avenue Streetscape and Utility Improvements
Mason City, IA
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In Celebration of Transportation
Story County, IA
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All Cultures Follow Rivers
Hayti, MO
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Sticking Tommies
Platteville, WI
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Hybrid Icons
Coon Rapids, IA
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Paragon Prairie Tower
Urbandale, IA
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Iowa Department of Public Safety - "Hand and Land: Fingerprint"
Des Moines, IA
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"Flying Shuttle" Integrated Art
Charlotte, NC
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"Parade of Floats"
San Jose, CA
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Court Street Transportation Center Integrated Art - "Steel Garden"
Iowa City, IA
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Nature Made, Hand Made: Icons on Level 768
Charlotte, NC
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Hotel Pattee Integrated Art
Perry, IA
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Echo-Obelisk
Urbandale, IA
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Minnesota History Center: "Minnesota Profiles"
St. Paul, MN
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The Greatest Story Never Told
Adair County, IA
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Corps of Discovery
Woodbury County, IA
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ISU Molecular Biology Building - Integrated Art
Ames, IA
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All the World's a Stage
Lubbock, TX