Unity, By Nathan Pierce, is the perfect piece for its spot welcoming students at the entrance of Northwood Elementary. Locked arm in arm, this glistening family of steel and colored plexiglass inspire kids to bike, play, and even sing. A heart at the center of one of the figures is an emblem for the love this piece is meant to inspire in children every day.
Pierce was inspired by the love he feels in his own family when creating this functional sculpture. You can even see a mark from his son Rolf nestled in the metalwork, a moment of fatherly bonding ensconced in the very metal of the art. As a representation of parental love and connection, there isn’t a better piece.