Donald Gialanella - Metal Sculpture

My defining sculptural statement on the ostrich, done with anatomical accuracy and reverence for these magnificent creatures.

The ostrich has evolved into a huge flightless bird but in doing so has become perfectly adapted to high-speed running making it the fastest creature on two legs. At speeds of up to 44 mph, it can easily outstrip most enemies. Powerful legs, flexible knees and it's strange two-toed feet are its unique adaptations for mobility.

Seen here in front of LOKA coffee shop in downtown Taos New Mexico.