Power, fear, the uncontrollable, the divine or the demonic, and the awe-inspiring: Whether in culture, ecology, politics, literature, or modern discourse, a Leviathan evokes a sense of something vast, dominant, and often difficult to comprehend or challenge. It can reflect commentary on power structures, environmental concerns, or philosophical ideas about human nature and society. It might evoke awe and wonder, or symbolize a journey into the unknown, or an encounter with something both terrifying and majestic.
We believe in our city and the power of art to transform our surroundings and catalyze change. We have partnered with San Francisco's Moscone Center and SF Travel to activate a highly visible storefront located at 250 3rd Street (between Howard St and Folsom St) with a dynamic site-specific installation. Leviathan, a digitally crafted sculpture will temporarily occupy the space until June 15th 2026. Leviathan evokes awe and wonder: symbolizing a journey into the unknown, an encounter with something both terrifying and majestic. An intricate colorful creature emerging from the depths of the earth, a phoenix rising from the ashes, or a stormy weather system. It is something bigger than us, something that we can collectively view and experience - together.
Date: May 1, 2025 - Closing June 15, 2026 (13 months)
Location: Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA (map)
Dimensions: (Depth, Width, Height) 18’ x 20’ x 30’
Materials: 3D Printed Nodes, Wood and Fiberglass Rods, Yupo Paper, Paint, LEDs
Lead Artists: Jason Kelly Johnson & Nataly Gattegno
Artist Team: Brian McKinney, Natalie Abbott, Chris Leo, Ki Schmidt
Special Thanks: Moscone Center, SF Travel
Press: FUTUREFORMS’ Leviathan Brings Parametric Design to San Francisco’s Streets, Parametric Architecture, 06/03/2025
