Inflorescence

Inflorescence, an immersive art installation, was completed in April 2022 at 250 Third Street (the Paseo next to Yoshi Sushi). Conceived by San Francisco artists Liz Hickok and Phil Spitler, Inflorescence includes photographic and augmented reality depictions of California poppies and other indigenous wildflowers printed on aluminum. The title Inflorescence refers to the arrangement of a cluster of flowers on a floral axis, and the process of flowering, but also appropriately suggests fluorescence and light. The artists were inspired by California poppies because they are delicate yet resilient survivors that are often the first to return after wildfires, drought and storms. The flower projections on the walls enhance the immersive art installation.

Inflorescence started out as a one-year temporary installation, but in summer of 2024, became updated as the Paseo now has outdoor seating, umbrellas and flower planters. We would like to recognize the following generous donors and thank them greatly for supporting Arts Los Altos in bringing multi-sensory public art to downtown Los Altos.