The Kelpies, in Falkirk, were on my list. And I was not disappointed. These stainless steel sculptures stand over 30m tall, and the light reflects and changes constantly. Not only that, you can see them miles away. Three and a half miles a way in fact, from the top of the Falkirk Wheel. I'll show you another time. But for now I am joining in with Helena's weekly meme, photo PAIRS.
When visiting The Kelpies we paid to go on the tour. We were shown around the site and told about the artist Andy Scott, and best of all, we got to go INSIDE as well as see OUTSIDE. See for yourself:
Aren't they amazing?
And look closely. Can you see these people in the photo above?
You can find out more about these sculptures here and there is also a time lap video of them being built.
Thanks for popping by and to Helena for the great idea of sharing PHOTO PAIRS. Why not go and see what others have shared? You never know what you will find!
And as I am taking part in a 30 Day Blogging Challenge I'll be back tomorrow. Hope to see you then!
lovely contrast of the abstract shapes and horses and glad you enjoyed your visit to the kelpies
ReplyDeleteWow! I love that you put the inside picture first..because I had no idea what was coming next
ReplyDeleteAMAZING - what a wonderful piece of art - often artist don't capture the horse (head) well, these are very very good. Like your comparison photos, truly helps me with the scale.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea for a pair! I didn't know it was possible to go inside them - love the abstract shapes when photographed from inside.
ReplyDeletesuper.....I love seeing photos of these amazing Kelpies...since I know it is so unlikely I will get to see them in person!
ReplyDeleteThese horses are fantastic Sandie! This must have been a wonderful sight, inside and out! See you soon! xx
ReplyDeleteOh that is amazing - didn't know you could go inside what a cool experience. The size of the people gives a good sense of scale too.
ReplyDeletebrilliant!
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing pair I would love to see them in person. I have just watched the time-lapse of them being built - that's amazing too!
ReplyDeleteI am determined to get to see these one day.....I just never have time when I go back!xx
ReplyDeleteMy feelings are similar to Sian. The way you presented them gave me a complete surprise. I had no idea what was coming. Very clever.
ReplyDeleteWow this looks amazing Sandie. P x
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of outside and inside! Those statues look fabulous. I must visit them next time I am in Scotland!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a lovely pair. I love the kelpies and have seen the time lapse video, it's amazing. I had no idea you could go inside.
ReplyDeleteAmazing! I was totally unprepared for the sculptures of the horses! They are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThe inside shot is amazing. I've seen these now on a few people's blogs over the years and find your outside shot one of the best of the lot as well. It's taken at a great angle.
ReplyDeleteI would love to visit them in person.
Rinda