06/12/2026
🎈Not your average repair job, these giant granite balloons have become a familiar sight at Dundas Driving Park.
The sculptures were created by British Columbia-based artists Paul Slipper and Mary Anne Liu as part of a public art installation called The Big Bounce.
🎈Over time, some sections required repair and restoration, so HGH was brought in to help preserve the pieces.
The first step was a detailed assessment to determine what could be saved and what needed replacing.
🎈In this case, we were able to retain portions of the original granite while sourcing new stone to match the existing material.
Repairing and reusing sections of the existing stone preserved the character of the artwork - and reduced the scope and cost of the restoration.
🎈Using selection of hand tools, polishing pads, and structural-grade epoxy, our team carefully repaired, blended, and reassembled the affected sections before reinstalling them on site.
Unfortunately, we were disheartened to learn that the sculptures have already been vandalised again since the restoration was completed. We’ll be returning to carry out further repairs and do our part to help preserve this public artwork for the community.
🎈Public art helps bring character, creativity, and conversation to shared spaces. We hope visitors can continue to enjoy and appreciate these pieces without causing further damage, so they can be enjoyed for years to come.
