Slip Stream (1)

Slip Stream

• Creator: Kelly McLain
• Date: 2005
• Location: Boise Airport, 2nd Floor, Arrival Corridor
• Types: installations (visual works), sculpture (visual work), windows
• Materials: glass (material), stainless steel
• Collection: Site-Based Works, Airport Public Art

As travelers exit the secure area of the Boise Airport, they are greeted by a dynamic interplay of mirrored panels and textured, horizontal sheets of steel, evoking the flowing rhythm of a river. The reflective surface amplifies the surrounding environment, creating a sense of movement and connection to the natural world. This installation honors the power of water, not just as a resource, but as a vital force of renewal. It serves as a reminder of the river's ongoing journey, flowing with life, history, and sustainability—inviting each visitor to reflect on the importance of water and the ecosystems it sustains.