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Artist creates massive Kamala Harris portrait in Kansas field
By Gabriel JohnsonAshleigh Jackson,
14 hours ago
LAWRENCE, Mo. ( KSNT ) – A Kansas man is sending a political message with his agriculture-assisted art.
Stan Herd is an “earthworks” artist who transforms landscapes into works of art. According to his website , he has been creating this type of art for decades, and has worked with major companies to produce “monumental” pieces in China, Cuba, Australia, Brazil and 13 U.S. states.
“At my age, it’s just exciting to be … traveling around the country making art,” Herd told Nexstar’s KSNT , adding that he hopes his artwork reaches people and makes a difference.
About two weeks ago, Herd said he had a gut feeling that Vice President Kamala Harris would enter the 2024 presidential race and President Joe Biden would drop out. So he created a giant portrait of her in a Lawrence field, using the Earth’s natural resources.
After 12 days of work and 25 yards of mulch, his project was complete.
“This is a dance with nature,” Herd said. “We try to use all-natural materials if we can.”
On Sunday, Biden announced he would not seek reelection after his physical and mental acuity were called into question following a prime-time debate against Donald Trump. Biden also endorsed Harris to become the Democratic nominee.
However, Harris has not officially won the nomination. While the majority of Democratic delegates said they would support her, they still have to vote to make her the nominee. The Democratic National Committee said it will conduct a virtual roll call and plans to have a nominee by August 7.
There has not been any word on who might be Harris’ running mate. Herd said he will place a second large portrait of her pick next to the current earthwork of Harris.
The Hill contributed to his story.
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