ATLANTA — Famed artist Dale Chihuly is back at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. On June 21, 2016, Channel 2’s Monica Pearson returns to interview the master of glass.
Twelve years ago, his world-renowned sculptures attracted thousands of admirers to the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Since the successful 2004 event, the Atlanta Botanical Garden has doubled in size, making it a favorite location for the return of Chihuly’s magical glass art.
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“Chihuly in the Garden” will display 19 unique, larger-than-life installations. Five of the sculptures have never been seen and will debut to the world at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. The Channel 2 prime-time special will give people an inside look at how Chihuly’s team transports and installs the delicate and massive works of art. Viewers will get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Chihuly’s process and a peek at “Chihuly at Night,” as the designs take on a whole new beauty in the evening. The program's rich photography will reveal how the nature of the unique sculptures changes drastically whether refracting sunlight or illuminating the gardens after dusk.
“Chihuly in the Garden” on Channel 2 also includes a rare perspective from the mind of the artist. Dale Chihuly reveals to Monica the memory that inspires him most and how every color he chooses has significance.
“'Chihuly in the Garden' is a part of Channel 2’s commitment and support of the fine arts in Georgia", according to WSB-TV Vice President and General Manager Tim McVay. “We believe it’s important to foster culture in our community and inform our viewers of every opportunity to take in inspiring works of art.”
WHAT: CHIHULY IN THE GARDEN
WHO: MONICA PEARSON
WHERE: Channel 2 WSB-TV
WHEN: Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 8 p.m.
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