River of Light, part of the infamous Skynet Art Series, by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics at night with the city of Hong Kong behind it.
Poetic Kinetics creative public are installations are not just beautiful, they are functional. The Prius Solar Lounge offered a stunning place to sit and charge your electronics through solar power.

Poetic Kinetics'

CREATIVE PUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONS

Creative Public Art Installations

Poetic Kinetics’ art installations transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary places.

At Poetic Kinetics, we design and build create large-scale public art installations that bring people together, spark curiosity, and transform everyday spaces into memorable destinations.

Our artworks add lasting value to civic spaces—drawing foot traffic, supporting local businesses, and giving communities something to be proud of. Whether we’re working in a downtown plaza, park, or waterfront, our goal is the same: to create artwork that people want to experience, talk about, and return to.

Why choose Poetic Kinetics?

  • Proven crowd appeal
    Our installations draw attention, increase engagement, and often become the most-photographed feature in a space.

  • Custom to your community
    We work closely with each partner to design site-specific artwork that reflects the local environment and serves your goals—whether that’s boosting visibility, supporting economic activity, or energizing a space.

  • Function meets beauty
    Our work isn’t just visual—it can provide shade, create gathering points, or help visitors navigate a space.

  • Built to last
    We use durable, weather-resistant materials and proven engineering to ensure safety and longevity in outdoor environments.

What makes our work stand out?

We often take inspiration from nature—like wind, light, or movement—and bring those elements to life through vibrant, kinetic designs. The result is artwork that feels alive and responsive to its surroundings.

In a time when cities and communities are competing for attention and tourism, public art can be a powerful tool for connection, revitalization, and placemaking.

Let’s talk about how a creative public art installation can enhance your space and serve your community.
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Firebird Descent in St. Petersburg Russia by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics as part of their signature Skynet Art Series. A creative public art installation by Patrick Shearn
Nimbus was a creative public art installations displayed at the Walt Disney Music Hall by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics.
Liquid Shard from Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics' signature skynet art series was one of Los Angeles' most creative pubic art installation.

Creative Public Art Installations 

Two vibrant aerial sculptures from the Momentum art installation by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics suspended above a tranquil pond at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, with colorful reflections mirrored in the water.
Momentum

Momentum

June 27, 2025
Aerial view of Cloud Play by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics suspended over the HOTA Outdoor Stage lawn, with guests gathering beneath and the Gold Coast city skyline in the background.
Cloud Play

Cloud Play

June 25, 2025
Sky Gazing

Sky Gazing

October 3, 2024
Wide angle shot of mother and daughter looking up at Pliny's Allee aerial artwork, part of Poetic Kinetics' Skynet Series, at New England Botanic Garden.
Flora In Flight

Flora In Flight

July 26, 2024
Vanishing Points

Vanishing Points

January 9, 2024
Visions in Motion displayed across the demilitarized zone between north and south Korea
Visions in Motion Korea

Visions in Motion Korea

September 24, 2022
River of Light, part of the infamous Skynet Art Series, by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics at night with the city of Hong Kong behind it.
River of Light

River of Light

July 13, 2021
Dream Flora by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics
Dream Flora

Dream Flora

March 29, 2021
Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics' Sunset Trace at sunset in Laguna Beach
Sunset Trace

Sunset Trace

November 10, 2020
Visions in Motion in front of Brandenburg Gate in Berlin Germany.
Visions In Motion Germany

Visions In Motion Germany

September 25, 2019
Poetic Kinetics' art piece Skyline Stream flying high over Dubai Creek Harbor
Skyline Stream

Skyline Stream

September 20, 2019
Silver Current is an art piece seemingly floating like waves in the sky
Silver Current

Silver Current

August 6, 2019
Sun Cycle part of Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics Skynet Series. Colorful kinetic artwork suspended in midair at WF Central in Beijing China
Sun Cycle

Sun Cycle

July 7, 2019
Reflecting Motion at Union Station in Kansas City by Patrick Shearn
Reflecting Motion

Reflecting Motion

May 24, 2019
Dream Waves part of Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics Skynet Series floats in the sky like waves.
Dream Waves

Dream Waves

March 29, 2019
School of Breeze is part of Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics' Skynet Series
School of Breeze

School of Breeze

September 18, 2018
Sunset Vestige flying high by Patrick Shearn
Sunset Vestige

Sunset Vestige

May 22, 2018
Firebird Descent in St. Petersburg Russia by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics as part of their signature Skynet Art Series. A creative public art installation by Patrick Shearn
Firebird Descent

Firebird Descent

July 12, 2017
Nimbus

Nimbus

September 30, 2016
Liquid Shard

Liquid Shard

August 12, 2016
Warrior and the Girl
Warrior and the Girl

Warrior and the Girl

June 6, 2008
Aztec Pavilion

Aztec Pavilion

April 6, 2008
Prius Solar Flower Lounge

Prius Solar Flower Lounge

April 4, 2008