Though they originally hail from Germany, garden gnomes now occupy a defined spot on the American lawn and among our garden pathways. The gnome is traditionally a character who is jolly, sly, thrifty and shows up in the most unexpected places. We used these traits to make learning about lawns fun, informative, and interactive.
A collaboration with Mari Robles and Kat Silverstein.
2008
Each gnome 28 in. tall
Plaster, paint, found objects
Photo by Erik Peterson.