Ideas Happen Here
Ideas Happen Here is an abstract and free-form rendering of a lightbulb that speaks to the remarkable historical achievements of the JQ in innovation, manufacturing and design as well as existing as a contemporary invitation for its current residents and visitors to reflect on their own creativity.
⏺︎ SPOTLIGHT
Flowing and free-form; a glowing symbol that invites reflection on the act of creativity future, past and present.
LEGACY PARTNER
Legal & General, Rough Diamond, Jewellery Quarter BID
ARTIST / STUDIO BIO
The context of its creation echoes the innovation and collaboration of the Jewellery Quarter’s history. Rough Diamond are a boutique creative agency focused on story-telling through place. Taylex are a Midlands based manufacturer who have supported in translating concept into materiality, and navigating the challenges of creating a seemingly light-weight and free-form rendering of the bulb. RAWLS are a technical design studio who have supported holistically in visualisation of the work and structural and technical challenges to deliver complex simplicity.
ABOUT THE LEGACY PARTNERS
The Whitmore Collection is a mixed use development by Legal & General that has led on the re-animation of Newhall Square and created homes for over 400 new JQ-dwellers. In addition to The Whitmore Collection, L&G have launched The Goodsyard in the heart of the quarter. They are heavily committed to the cultural fabric of the local area and through this project and beyond lead the way in place-making through locally-engaged curation, art and creativity.
The Jewellery Quarter Business Improvement District (JQBID) delivers wider place-making for the JQ and act as custodians of its rich and diverse legacy. They exist to nurture, promote and support the business community as well as enliven, maintain and enrich the wider area for the benefit of residents and visitors alike. In addition to this public art commission, they are the driving force behind many of the area’s best-loved events.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This art is situated in a publicly-accessible square with no steps and multiple access routes. Due to its proximity to the canal and open water, younger children may benefit from supervision but it is designed to be enjoyed by all.
