Whispers

This monumental installation connects the River and Mission San Juan, serving as a portal between the two; named “Whispers” because the pieces “speak” to each other in their movement and color. This open air public work was designed and created by Arne Quinze, a Belgian contemporary artist, painter and sculptor. Always seeking inspiration from the direct environment in which his work is placed, Quinze aims with “Whispers” to connect and draw attention to the unique flora that characterizes the San Antonio region. As such, his multi-dimensional sculpture references abstract connections to the mesquite, small oaks, and pecan trees native to the area. The color scheme of “Whispers” is a blend of Quinze’s signature fluorescent red-orange and a beautiful mixture of blues and purples referencing local wildflowers, such as the bluebonnet.

Location: 8818 Mission Rd, San Antonio, Texas 78214 (South section of River Walk)