Helsinki Rock Church Cross
by Catherine Sherman
Title
Helsinki Rock Church Cross
Artist
Catherine Sherman
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
"Helsinki, Finland, Rock Church Cross" by Catherine Sherman.
A steel cross sculpture is mounted on the top of Temppeliaukio Church, a Lutheran church in the Toolo neighborhood of Helsinki, Finland. The church was designed by architects and brothers Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen and opened in 1969. Built directly into solid rock, it is also known as the Church of the Rock and Rock Church.
The interior was excavated and built directly out of solid rock and is bathed in natural light which enters through the skylight surrounding the center copper dome. The church is used frequently as a concert venue due to its excellent acoustics. The acoustic quality is created by the rough rock surfaces.
Half a million people visit the church every year, making it one of Helsinki's most popular destinations.
Featured in "Landscape and Landmark Photography" group (05/16/2015); "Philanthropic Artists For A Cause" group (05/16/2015); "ABC Group" (March 20, 2016)
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May 16th, 2015
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