…as an aesthetic impact. According to New York Mayor Bloomberg: “Public art is a signature of New York City and we are proud to welcome Olafur Eliasson’s exciting new project, the Waterfalls. Not only does public art excite and inspire New Yorkers, it helps draw visitors and adds millions of dollars into our economy. Olafur Eliasson’s innovative and monumental project reflects the revitalization of our waterfront throughout the five boroughs, and I thank the Public Art Fund for bringing this unforgettable work to our City while taking steps to protect the environment.” Take a look. And see our previous post on this artist’s work at MoMA… And (thanks to Max) see this great review in the NYT. And read what they think about it in Toronto: a public art show even a mayor can love, by Simon Houpt (Globe and Mail). Essential reading for Public Art in Canberra 101…