At the Gate by Gary Hughes

At the Gate

Artist: Gary Hughes - Glen Echo, Maryland
Artist Website: www.garyhughesart.com
Location: San Diego International Airport

On the lower level at the west end of the expansive baggage claim area stands what is perhaps the airport's most humorous piece of art. At the Gate is a whimsical sculpture of several passengers waiting in line across from the lost luggage counter. With suitcases at their sides and hands stuffed impatiently into their pockets, the figures poke gentle fun at airport patrons' moods. Sculpted of polyester resin and fiberglass, At the Gate offers busy travelers a pleasant respite by relating directly to their present experience with humor and whimsy.