AN ANDREW VAN SCHIE PROJECT       FEBRUARY 26, 27, 2005      NORTH BAY, ONTARIO, CANADA

Dead Men Frozen in Ice is exploring the idea that many men are mentally dead in how they think about and  interact with women, other men, and their children. The patriarch system in North America is slowly breaking down. 

The ice column has a distinct phallic design which symbolize men and their power.  The male sculptures inside make it seem like a frozen tower that these men have control and power over.  It being made of ice makes it an unstable symbol of power.

Once the weather begins to warm the ice column will begin to melt, become unstable, and collapse.  Symbolizing the fall of the patriarch.  Continuing to melt, the sculptures inside will emerge symbolizing a rebirth or awakening of men's thinking.

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