Tree Spire

The Tree Spires was the first project under the name Iron Monkeys. We created 4 15' tall trees that were part of the "Man Grove" around the man. They were placed at the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions.

After the Tree Spires' adventure at Burning Man in 2007,
They have been both temporarily installed, and permanently installed in the following places:

Man Grove project
Temporary installation, 2008
Reno, NV    
Temporary install of a Tree Spire in Downtown Reno along with trees from 4 other artists. 
More information at http://blackrockarts.org/projects/civic-arts/the-mangrove


Burien Interim Art Space (BI/AS)
Temporary installation, 2009
Burien, WA
 More information at http://www.interim-art-space.com/


Permanent Installation
In Rainier Vista, 2008
Seattle, WA
We installed one of the Tree Spires in the Rainier Vista development. Rainier vista is the most diverse neighbor hood in Seattle and the development is a mix of low income housing, apartments, and condo's making it the perfect breeding ground for a mix community. In the middle of this development is a park which will become the home of one of the Tree Spires. http://www.seattlehousing.org/news/releases/2008/arbor-day-celebration/

Permanent Installation
Whittaker Park, 2009
Reno, NV

Tree Spire Specifications

Where has this project been displayed?
     Burning Man 2007 & 2011
Materials used –  Steel & Wood for benches
Height – 15’
Length – 10’
Width –  12’
Weight – 500lbs
Does the project feature fire effects? No
How much propane per hour of operation? N/A

Is the item ready to be installed? No
If not, What needs to be done?  Extensive repairs
Cost of needed repairs – $1200
Is it lady safe?  Yes
What is the set-up cost – N/A
How many Monkeys does it take to set up? 6
Type of transportation this project requires - Truck
Rental price per day of operation – N/A
You can purchase this project for $10,000