Here is where I attempt to explain that there’s a giant, spinning, metal head in Charlotte that I’ve visited and photographed a few times. But instead of that, I’ll use someone else’s more graceful words, along with my photos below. From https://www.metalmorphosis.tv/about, here is their description of it:
Metalmorphosis was conceived by Count Riprand Arco, Founder and Chairman of American Asset Corporation, when the Count set out to design a visually stunning focal point for AAC’s 200-acre office park development – Whitehall Corporate Center.
With it’s grand plaza, Whitehall Corporate Center presented an opportunity to create something monumental – a sculpture that would inspire both native Charlotteans and visitors alike.
Count Arco approached internationally renown Czech Sculptor, David Cerny. Cerny’s idea for a one-of-a-kind sculpture was conceived, crafted and executed from its original concept, a testament to his technical savvy and his talent as an artist. Cerny says, “I was thinking about doing something as a centerpiece. I knew I wanted to employ water from the beginning.” In addition to the water element, Cerny’s design also incorporates a complex infrastructure and choreographed movement on a magnificent scale, creating a beautiful synergy of form and function.
A cool video of it in action. Fast forward to 1:00 to see the movement:
