PUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONS

 

Sonarta is a multimedia art studio dedicated to producing enduring works that explore fluid form and motion. We balance structural permanence with a sophisticated, understated aesthetic, ensuring each installation seamlessly integrates into its environment. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to adapt our stylistic approach to meet the unique vision and spatial requirements of every commission. Committed to responsible innovation, we place environmental sustainability and urban revitalization at the core of our creative process.
Our portfolio features a variety of prominent public art installations,

Our portfolio features a variety of prominent public art installations, including:

"They Gave The Last Full Measure Of Devotion"                                                                                       This life-sized bronze sculpture, standing 6 feet 2 inches tall, is devoted to the courageous firefighters of the Oklahoma City Fire Department who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community. The installation dimensions are approximately 27 inches wide, 6 feet 2 inches high, and 35 inches deep.


The Oklahoma City Fire Department Memorial titled: They Gave The Last Full Measure Of Devotion.
Drawing of the Oklahoma City Fire Department Memorial, Sonarta

          

"Going Home", I-40 Bridge Memorial                                                                                                        In 2003, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation commissioned Shahla to develop the I-40 Bridge Memorial, entitled "Going Home." This memorial honors the memory of the 14 individuals who lost their lives and the five survivors of the I-40 Bridge collapse incident.


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 "Just Another Day", Oklahoma State Fallen and Living Firefighters Memorial                         In 2001, the Oklahoma State Firefighters Association established a memorial to honor both the fallen and active firefighters of Oklahoma. This initiative features two works by Shahla: "Just Another Day" and "Eternal Flame.


Oklahoma State Fallen and Living Firefighters Memorial This is a 29 feet sculpture commissioned by the Oklahoma State Firefighters Associatio The Bronze and Steel sculptures are part of the Fallen and Living Oklahoma Firefighters Memorial.

"Eternal Flame" Oklahoma State Fallen and Living Firefighters Memorial
A nine-foot stainless steel sculpture, entitled "Eternal Flame," was designed and installed above the "Wall of Valor," a polished black granite wall that displays the names of firefighters from the state who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

.  This is a 9 feet tall stainless steel sculpture of a flame that is placed above the "wall of Valor" which bears the names of Fallen Firefighters from the State of Oklahoma.
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Other Public and Community Artworks:

"Heart of Gold"
This recognition was presented as a philanthropic and humanitarian award at the Rotary Club of Los Angeles. Honorees included Dete Meserve, Jack McBrayer, and LaVar Burton in acknowledgement of their significant contributions to their respective communities.

"Heart of Gold" This recognition was presented as a philanthropic and humanitarian award at the Rotary Club of Los Angeles. Honorees included Dete Meserve, Jack McBrayer, and LaVor Burton in acknowledgement of their significant contributions to their respective communities.
"Heart of Gold" This recognition was presented as a philanthropic and humanitarian award at the Rotary Club of Los Angeles. Honoree, LaVor Burton was recognized for his significant contributions across the country in 2024. LaVar Burton, 2024

Dete Meserve, 2021

"WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD"
It recognizes women who demonstrate outstanding leadership, commitment to community service, philanthropy, and a dedicated effort to enhancing the well-being of others.

2024 RAZIA JAN, Woman of the Year Award, Sonarta Razia Jan, 2024

Amy Ziering, 2023