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Come April 1, something wild is happening at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. And no, it’s not an April Fool’s prank — though the sight of a bright red elephant or a neon green rabbit lurking among the roses might make you do a double take. This is Cracking Art, an internationally renowned Italian art collective bringing 80 oversized, vibrantly colored animal sculptures to the Garden.
Picture this: You’re strolling through a lush, serene landscape, only to be greeted by a massive, hot-pink snail. Or a cluster of towering wolves standing guard over a koi pond. It’s playful. It’s unexpected. And it’s got something to say.
Cracking Art isn’t just about eye-catching aesthetics (though, let’s be real, these sculptures are seriously photogenic). Since 1993, this Italian art collective group has been using recycled and regenerated plastic to create large-scale installations that fuse art with environmental activism. Their mission? To make people think — about the planet, sustainability, and the impact we leave behind.
These sculptures are more than just cool photo ops. They spark conversations, inspire curiosity, and maybe even make you reconsider the life cycle of the everyday plastics we use and discard. What if, instead of ending up in a landfill, those plastics could be transformed into something incredible?
This exhibit offers a chance to encounter art in the most unexpected places. One moment, you're admiring a delicate cherry blossom, and the next, you're standing face-to-face with a towering yellow rabbit. The contrast is striking, a reminder that nature and human creativity can coexist in beautiful, meaningful ways. The sculptures, crafted from recycled plastic, carry an important message — one that lingers long after you leave. They challenge visitors to see sustainability as more than a buzzword, turning it into something tangible, colorful, and unforgettable. Whether you're capturing a selfie with a larger-than-life snail or a family portrait beside a group of neon geese, this is the kind of art that invites interaction, sparks joy, and stays with you.
Cracking Art arrives at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden from April 1 to Sept. 30. Admission is included with regular FWBG entry, and kids 5 and under get in free. For tickets and more details, visit fwbg.org.
