Lawns have signaled status since the 16th century. An expanse of velvety grass proved the owner could afford land that did nothing but delight. Mowers and sprinklers extended the territory.

Exhibited in Rainmaker, a twelve-artist exhibition on drought and climate change curated by Susan Myrland. San Diego Central Library, 2015.

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Early residential design.
Unknown manufacturer, Art Deco, c. 1930

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Impact design.
Rain King, Mid Century Modern, c.1950

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Oscillating design.
Everain, Post Modern, c.1970

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The sounds from each sprinkler are presented on leather
bound audio players when installed for public exhibition.