Color meets the skies, at Gerald R. Ford International Airport

I recently had the unique opportunity to photograph an art installation for the new concourse at Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Working with artist Jeffrey Songco, and curator Katie Moore, I was able to photograph Jeffrey’s art installation, “Facets,” during two different times. Jeffrey describes his piece as such:

“Facets is a series of three hanging sculptures that depicts the journey to and through the landscapes of West Michigan and celebrates the people who create the region’s identity. Facets is composed of layers of shapes and color that play with light and space. Like sparkling gems of a necklace or the radiant sequins of an evening gown, the artwork produces attractive flashes of color and light — a true celebration suspended in the air. In this artwork, a single “gem” is a two-dimensional shape made of acrylic plastic and has 6, 8, or 10 sides. The gems are produced in a variety of colors and transparencies relating to each location’s theme — Facets #1 depicts a brown dune along Lake Michigan, Facets #2 depicts the green rolling farm hills and forest treetops, and Facets #3 depicts the purple and grey skyline of downtown Grand Rapids. The sculptures also compliment the artist-designed terrazzo tiles on the floor below. As a resident of West Michigan, I am excited to have produced a series of permanent sculptures at GRR as a celebration of my experiences here in West Michigan as both a traveler, resident, and artist.”

The photographs — taken mid-afternoon and right at golden hour — seek to highlight Jeffrey’s 3-piece installation through color, reflection and dimension. And we couldn’t help but have a little fun, too.

Next time you’re flying out of Concourse A at the airport, be sure to look up! And be sure to follow Jeffrey’s work online.