Viva le public art!

Julita Jones

I just can’t let this editorial go unanswered (“Taking the art out of

public places,” Coastline Pilot, Oct. 15).

Heaven forbid we should have too much public art. Have you been to

any European cities recently? Art should be in as many places as

possible. If it becomes “ordinary,” that’s wonderful. Art should

become part of the fabric of our lives, and what better way to do

this than public art. It doesn’t all have to stand out as something

special.

Also, I rather doubt that the new sculptures to be installed on

Ocean Avenue will bear much resemblance to the people you see walking

up and down the street.

Here’s to more public art!

* JULITA JONES is the president of Community Art Project.