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Interception in Brighton, CO

10/7/2003

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Interception, by Gary Alsum and the National Sculptors' Guild is placed in a new memorial garden in Brighton, CO. The memorial garden was created at the junction of two paths in Benedict Park to form an intimate courtyard. While the green open spaces of this large park are filled with large activities; the memorial garden is a small public square. The pavement of the courtyard is made of square-cut buff flagstone. Two Dakota sandstone benches are at the edge of the courtyard. Placed roughly in the middle of the courtyard is a Dakota sandstone column on which is placed the bronze sculpture depicting a youth and his dog playing frisbee.   The sculpture is dedicated to Jeff Graham. Jeff Graham was born in Great Bend, Kansas on October 22, 1960. He grew up in Hudson, Colorado. Jeff graduated from Weld Central High School and earned his business degree from the University of Northern Colorado. After college, he went to work for Brown and Williamson Tobacco Company in California. In the 1990’s, he returned to Colorado and to the mountains that he loved. Jeff died in a car accident on May 29, 2001 in Montrose, Colorado. Jeff was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. He was fun loving, sweet and had a generous spirit. His death left a huge void in the lives of all that knew and loved him. We know that he would love this beautiful piece of art dedicated to his memory. This sculpture was selected by Nancy and Diana Graham not only because of its appropriate subject matter to the park but also because Jeff Graham loved dogs and the outdoors. The sculpture provides a focal point for the square. It adds a pulse to the square that draws people in towards the center. Without the sculpture, the courtyard would feel empty and without meaning. All of this was created because two very caring and loving people wished to convey their love of their son and brother by sharing it with others. This act of kindness celebrates that which is best about the human spirit and our bonds with each other. The creation of this small open room in this massive park has made it hallowed ground. It is an ongoing reminder of how important we are to each other, to our families, our neighborhoods, and our community. It is what makes Brighton a very special place.
  1. Interception, by Gary Alsum and the National Sculptors' Guild is placed in a new memorial garden in Brighton, CO. The memorial garden was created at the junction of two paths in Benedict Park to form an intimate courtyard. While the green open spaces of this large park are filled with large activities; the memorial garden is a small public square. The pavement of the courtyard is made of square-cut buff flagstone. Two Dakota sandstone benches are at the edge of the courtyard. Placed roughly in the middle of the courtyard is a Dakota sandstone column on which is placed the bronze sculpture depicting a youth and his dog playing frisbee. 

​NSG Public Art Placement #167

Public Art bronze sculpture
Interception by Gary Alsum and the National Sculptors' Guild, Benedict Park, Brighton, CO
Dedication of bronze sculpture
Photo taken during the dedication. Interception by Gary Alsum, NSG Fellow is dedicated to Jeff Graham.
The sculpture is dedicated to Jeff Graham. Jeff Graham was born in Great Bend, Kansas on October 22, 1960. He grew up in Hudson, Colorado. Jeff graduated from Weld Central High School and earned his business degree from the University of Northern Colorado. After college, he went to work for Brown and Williamson Tobacco Company in California. In the 1990’s, he returned to Colorado and to the mountains that he loved. Jeff died in a car accident on May 29, 2001 in Montrose, Colorado. Jeff was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend. He was fun loving, sweet and had a generous spirit. His death left a huge void in the lives of all that knew and loved him. We know that he would love this beautiful piece of art dedicated to his memory. This sculpture was selected by Nancy and Diana Graham not only because of its appropriate subject matter to the park but also because Jeff Graham loved dogs and the outdoors. The sculpture provides a focal point for the square. It adds a pulse to the square that draws people in towards the center. Without the sculpture, the courtyard would feel empty and without meaning. All of this was created because two very caring and loving people wished to convey their love of their son and brother by sharing it with others. This act of kindness celebrates that which is best about the human spirit and our bonds with each other. The creation of this small open room in this massive park has made it hallowed ground. It is an ongoing reminder of how important we are to each other, to our families, our neighborhoods, and our community. It is what makes Brighton a very special place.
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