ROCKLAND — The public is invited to visit the Rockland Public Library to see the Rainbow Murmuration Mobile Installation created by artist Antje Roitzsch throughout the summer.

A murmuration of twenty-eight suspended rainbow colored mobiles float and swirl over the checkout desk. Some are sparkly, some transparent, some large, others small. Some have different colors in one piece, some dotted carvings, and others are hammered.

There are two different designs repeated through the installation. “Taking Flight” represents the animal kingdom of the sky. “Gentle Wave” gives the animals of the sea their space. Both designs are integrated in the center piece “Currents.” The pieces create a whole formation and sweep an S-shape through the space. 

"When creating Rainbow Murmuration, I was reminded what it takes to be part of a vibrant, diverse and inclusive community,” said Roitzsch, in a RPL news release. “The designs are similar yet the individual expression varies. Some pieces hold the installation together, others add flair, spirit and character. All are vital to the whole and need each other to hang in the balance. Isn’t that what most of us long for? Living in the beauty of the natural world. Being accepted and supported for who we are?" 

Antje Roitzsch has a long history of creating sculpture, jewelry and mobiles in Maine. Her artwork is displayed at Harbor Square Gallery. Placing her work in a public setting aligns with her passion to share the joy, uplift the spirit and create awareness.

The Rockland Public Library is located at 80 Union St. FMI: please call 594-0310.