Figures by Elsa Hoffman, 2019 People's Choice Award Winner
The people have spoken. Visitors cast over 500 votes for the Sculpture in the Garden People’s Choice Award since the show opened on September 15. Each of the 44 installations was someone's favorite, and it's been a joy seeing everyone experience the show! We're pleased to announce that this year's People's Choice Award winner is #11, Elsa Hoffman'sFigures.
Born in the North Carolina Piedmont, Elsa is an artist and craftsman based in Efland, NC. She builds artistic and functional steel sculpture and custom wood furniture. Figures is an installation of five intricate, hand-cut steel forms. They dance in the wind, and in the early morning sun, they cast shadows along our breezeway sidewalk. This is Elsa's first year participating in Sculpture in the Garden.
The People’s Choice Award is made possible by the generosity of longtime supporters and Sculpture in the Garden event hosts Vikram Rao and Susan Henning.
People's Choice Award Winner Figures
Elsa Hoffman
First Runner Up Bluebell Songs
Holly Felice
Second Runner Up Ground Effect
Joe Coates
Haven’t made it out to see the show yet? Don’t worry: Sculpture in the Garden is free and open to the public during normal Garden hours through Sunday, December 8!
And if you're looking for a unique holiday gift, look no further! Many sculptures are for sale, and a portion of proceeds benefits the North Carolina Botanical Garden.
Tickets Available! Winter in the Garden Holiday Festival
Saturday, December 7, 5-9 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season at the Garden with lights, native plant greenery, holiday music, food for purchase, and good cheer. Enjoy a kids’ craft, Rameses decked out in his Santa suit, an antique lighting display in the Paul Green Cabin, shopping at our craft market, and more. Read more and buy tickets >
Members' Holiday Party and Preview Night
Friday, December 6, 5-8 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate the season at our annual holiday party. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, festive entertainment, and a preview of Winter in the Garden. Members only, but you can become a member at the door!