Local sculptor installs unique work in Pasadena

When the city of Pasadena put out a public call for a sculpture to add to its Art in Public Places program last year, Kellan Shanahan decided to combine his experiences in art, architecture and computer programming to create a one-of-a-kind piece for his submission.

He fabricated a small-scale model that earned him a spot in the second round where he was interviewed by the Pasadena City Council about his proposal. Once his project was chosen, building it took him three months.

Shanahan grew up in Bonsall, graduating from Fallbrook High School in 2009 before majoring in Fine Arts at Chapman Col...