Here’s The Story Behind The Massive Pink Tree Sculpture In Idaho
By Courtnie Erickson|Published March 02, 2022
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
No matter where you go in the Gem State, you are likely to find various sculptures of all shapes and sizes. While some of these sculptures perfectly complement their location, others are a bit more unique and may make you take a second look. The massive pink tree sculpture in Idaho is one of these more unusual works of art. Known as “Gentle Breeze,” this art piece is quite a sight. How much do you know about this incredible Idaho art sculpture?
Boise is home to dozens of beautiful city parks and one of its newest public spaces is the Cherie Buckner-Webb Park.
This city park is located in downtown Boise, between Bannock and 11th Street. The public space is named after Cheri Buckner-Webb, the first Black woman elected to the Idaho Legislature and a woman who has volunteered countless hours for many local nonprofits and other organizations.
When you visit the Cherie Buckner-Webb Park, one of the first things that will catch your eye is a large pink tree sculpture called Gentle Breeze.
Gentle Breeze is the masterpiece of public artist Matthew Mazzotta. It is an interactive piece of art with leaves that gently move in the wind. It isn’t small by any means, as it stands approximately 23-feet tall.
At the beginning of the creation process, Mazzotta hosted forums where he could gather public input. A public feedback survey was also released by the Boise City Department of Arts & History. Approximately 200 comments were gathered from the survey alone, which helped to shape the completed sculpture that we see today.
Mazzotta finalized the piece of art, and it was installed in the Cherie Buckner-Webb Park in 2021. It may be unique but it sure is a beautiful place to relax, swing, and enjoy the City of Trees.
Have you seen Gentle Breeze at Cherie Buckner-Webb Park? What was your first impression of this piece of art? Please share your thoughts in the comments!
Did you know the Boise River Greenbelt was named one of the best river walks in the entire country? If you haven’t explored this 25-mile paved path, it must be on your bucket list!
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