The Statue of Liberty that Nobody Knows About.

Has anyone ever heard of Raymond Kaskey? Caroline Myers sure hasn't. Raymond is the artist who created this majestic looking statue entitled, "Portlandia." This statue is located in downtown Portland, Oregon ( How Raymond thought of the title no one will ever know). This structure is the second largest copper statue next to the Statue of Liberty.The helping hand, reaching out to give guidance, really puts the cherry on top of the American sundae. Kaskey has kept the statue relatively low profile because he wants to protect his design. There's supposed to be no reproduction of the image of the statue itself. This woman appears to be the stereotypical Greek Goddess. She's holding a trite, which are usually used as weapons. The fact that she has a weapon portrays her strength, along with her bulging muscles. Her hair is done up in a twist and she's sporting a toga. The statue is supposed to reflect the diversity of a community. Is this the only way America knows how to portray Greeks? With bulging muscles, flowing hair, and togas? This statue is not too old, so that can't be used as an excuse. It also seems ironic that a piece of artwork trying to celebrate diversity is in a random location that no one has heard about. Portlandia is located just above street level, and faces a narrow street, which is lined with trees. There is also limited automobile access. The fact that the image itself can't even be replicated is bizarre. Caroline Myers finds it all too ironic...