The Art of the Game
project overview
Powerhouse Arts partnered with 14C Art Foundation and the New York New Jersey 2026 FIFA World Cup Host Committee to fabricate a series of monumental sculptures for The Art of the Game, a public art initiative that transforms soccer's most recognizable symbol into large-scale contemporary artworks installed throughout New York and New Jersey.
Working closely with artists, designers, and project partners, the Powerhouse Public Art team developed fabrication strategies for each sculpture while maintaining a consistent structural framework across the series. Powerhouse Arts translated individual artist concepts into durable outdoor installations through digital file preparation, large-format UV printing, CNC fabrication, panel assembly and finishing, producing twenty-four sculptures for public exhibition.
Contributing Artists:
Bassim Al Shaker, Mario Ayala, Kevin Beasley, Katherine Bernhardt, Leo Castañeda, Taína H. Cruz, Gabriel Fontana x Jeannette Slütter x All Sizes, Dan Funderburgh, FUTURA 2000, Edgar Heap of Birds, Madeline Hollander, Matthew Day Jackson, Wyatt Kahn, Gabriel Lester, Eddie Martinez, Tomokazu Matsuyama, Melissa McGill, Ronny Quevedo, Bony Ramirez, Cemile Sahin, Nyugen E Smith, Hank Willis Thomas, Fred Wilson
Project Team Members (Powerhouse Arts Staff):
Alec Reed, Alondra Acevedo, Brittni Collins, Cuba, Dan Quinn, Dennis Hrehowsik, Em Flaire, Kelsey Breen, Onyelukachukwu Haidome, Sheyda Azar, Tommy Coleman, Vivian Pullan, Weston Porter.
Materials & Dimensions:
Stainless steel, Aluminum Composite Material, UV Print
Commissioner/Funder/Presenter(s):
ARTS 14C and New York New Jersey 2026 FIFA World Cup Host Committee
