Discobulus

Discobolus, located in Stockroute Park is a landscape that links the Sydney Olympic Park site to the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece, celebrates the Greek origins of many Australians, and celebrates the spirit of Hellenism. The main theme of the design is a discus measuring seven meters in diameter.

Metaphorically speaking the concept is of the ancient discus thrower, Castor, hurling the discus through the passage of time, from one millennium to the next, gathering information, being transformed and landing in modern times in the form of a disc. The disc is an icon of our time. It refers to modern technology, information and vast cultural applications of CD’s. The discus thrower is a symbol of the Olympic spirit and represents the Hellenic virtues of sound mind in a sound body. It is this balance and perfection that Australians and Hellenic culture esteem greatly. The mid section of the discus made of armour plated glass, will illuminate images of the discuss thrower.

The surrounding landscape of Cyprus pines, olive trees and Australian eucalyptus reinforces connection between original home of the Olympic Movement and the Sydney 2000 Games.

To download video and audio files on the development of the “Discobulus” artwork visit the Urban Art Audio Video Gallery .