We’re thrilled to announce that Juan Ferreira has been selected as the artist for the Wonder Garden Sculpture Project!
This project, made possible by a generous donation, will bring new public artwork to our beloved Wonder Garden.
The selection committee was honored by the strong level of interest in this opportunity and deeply appreciated the many thoughtful and compelling applications we received. Our sincere thanks to every artist who applied, and in particular to the finalists M.J. Anderson and Travis Stewart for their incredible proposals.
After careful review of the final proposals, the selection committee has chosen Juan Ferreira to bring his design to life. Please join us in congratulating him!
Juan Ferreira is a Colombian-born, multidisciplinary artist and design professional based in Nehalem, Oregon. His practice exists in the gray areas between art, furniture, and architecture, blurring the boundary between aesthetic expression and utility while challenging traditional notions of space, form, and function. Since relocating to the Oregon Coast in 2022, Juan’s work has been increasingly influenced by the area’s rugged landscapes, its unique architectural vernaculars, and the flora and fauna that thrive in this environment.
We look forward to sharing updates as Juan’s project develops, and we can’t wait to celebrate the completed work with our community.