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The Butterfly Effect
Kyle Thornley
Installed August 2024
Stainless steel
Located on the south side of Eglinton Ave W, just west of Elmsthorpe
The Butterfly Effect is a compelling and timeless sculptural representation of ephemeral butterflies roosting on tree branches - a reminder of the natural world within our urban landscape. The wonder of butterflies inspires reflection on adaptability, cooperation, and diversity. Butterflies have long been symbols of beauty and hope, with the efforts of the caterpillar to emerge from its cocoon exemplifying struggle, tenacity, and resilience - values that underpin the evolution of The Eglinton Way neighbourhood. This transformation is captured in the words of Maya Angelou, “we delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the struggles it has gone through to achieve that beauty.”
Get to know Kyle!
Kyle Thornley
Blacksmith
About:
British Columbia based artist and blacksmith Kyle Thornley of Metal Mind Forge specializes in custom forged metal work throughout interior British Columbia and across Canada. Kyle began as a certified welder working in steel and fabrication. but working with scrap and recycled materials for artistic and functional purposes pushed him to explore the craft further. He combines traditional techniques and his love for compositional possibilities to breathe life into cold, industrial materials and create beautiful contemporary works.
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