“Everybody thought a piece like this wouldn’t be possible without a giant budget,” said the project’s lead. It will remain on display through the rest of 2026.
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio artists unveiled The Bearer of Dangerous Truths on July 25, a large-scale community installation honoring those affected by last year’s Kerr County floods.
“Everybody thought a piece like this wouldn’t be possible without a giant budget,” said Brian C. Gonzalez, the lead artist on the project. “But so many people have dedicated their time and efforts.”
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At the center, a monumental wave sculpture of reclaimed wood featuring projection mapping of thrashing waters crafted by UTSA Architecture and Planning students. Miniature ceramic sculptures of backpacks, teddy bears, and hoodies were layered into the wave and handcrafted by SaySi high school students.
The event also featured a performance from the Children’s Chorus of San Antonio, with original music from the Composer’s Alliance of San Antonio. The exhibit transformed SaySi’s warehouse into an immersive experience of remembrance and hope. All created by students, artists, musicians, volunteers and local businesses, the installation was the result of countless hours of donated labor and materials.
“It shows how San Antonio works from their hearts. We wanted to create something monumental and we did,” Gonzalez said.
The Bearer of Dangerous Truths will remain on display through the end of the year at the SaySi warehouse, located 1310 S. Brazos St. in San Antonio.