As the first commissioned public art sculpture in the City of Indio, “Una Voce” seeks to give form to the voice, lives, and aspirations of teens. Designed in collaboration with the Youth Advisory Council for the new Indio Teen Center, the youth discussed their desire for a seemingly chaotic form that has a sense of tranquility within. Additionally, they wanted something abstract, spontaneous, and raw with a sense of surprise and discovery. To this end, the 20’ high conical form is taken as a pure, geometrical, tranquil form into which graffiti-like words are carved, spelling out words of inspiration and activism, while creating an abstract container for ideas, light, shadow, and color. This project is in development with installation anticipated in Fall, 2008.