Artist Jeannine Young has generously gifted to the City of Taylorsville one of her art pieces, called "Sophisticated Lady," and it is now on permanent display at Centennial Plaza.

Jeannine offers this statement about her work and love of art:

"I have always enjoyed watching people. Their posture and gestures give non-verbal cues about them. One can imagine what might be happening in their lives by watching how they walk, stand, hold their head and move their hands. These observations have found their way into my work. I weld my sculptures with steel rods and sheet metal. When a piece is completed, I have a mold made and then bronze copies are created using the lost wax process.  

"Over 20 years ago, I welded my first female figure out of steel. I am drawn to the strength, flexibility and luster of metal. As I work — cutting, hammering and welding — the personality of the subject emerges. I strive to impart a sense of inner strength and grace in my sculptures."

 See more about Young online @jeannineyoungsculptor