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Art Seen: The choreography of climbing

How Seattle's rock wall designers make boulder decisions

Art Seen: The choreography of climbing
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Aileen Imperial

When you step inside a climbing gym, you are immediately surrounded by colorful plastic holds, but who decides where each goes? A team of setters at the Seattle Bouldering Project, featuring Chad Walker and Lauren Lyon, pulls back the curtain to reveal the hidden inspiration and motivation for creating aesthetically appealing climbs that challenge the mind and body.

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Aileen Imperial

By Aileen Imperial

Aileen Imperial is a multimedia and documentary producer with a commitment to thoughtful observation and engagement. Her work has aired nationally on the PBS American Masters series, the PBS