“Dark Star Park,” created by Nancy Holt in 1984, is an environmental (land) art installation located in Rosslyn, Virginia, United States. This remarkable artwork is a part of the environmental art movement and features distinct installation art characteristics.
The artwork features a series of large, spherical concrete structures placed in a meticulously manicured green space amidst modern office buildings. The spheres, varying in size, are strategically positioned to interact with the natural landscape and the architecture surrounding them. The placement and alignment of the spheres are designed to cast specific shadows, which align with precise markers on the ground once a year, reflecting Holt’s interest in celestial events and the passage of time. The juxtaposition of the robust, geometric shapes against the organic growth of the grass and trees creates a compelling visual dialogue, emphasizing the harmonious coexistence of the natural and the constructed world.
