At a towering height of sixteen metres, the Flamingo is a behemoth steel structure that stands out as one of the most prominent art pieces in Chicago. Created by a local artist in the 1970s, the Flamingo adds flavour to the artistic identity of the vibrant city of Chicago. Featuring long sloping curves and sharp bulky edges, this abstract art piece hardly resembles its animal moniker. Yet its asymmetrical figure offers a different shape and texture from each vantage point, inviting you to walk underneath and around it to appreciate the art piece in full detail. This bright pinkish-red structure is found in the heart of the Federal Plaza, injecting life into an otherwise monochrome conglomeration of the surrounding black steel skyscrapers and grey tiles. Whether you are a photographer or simply a tourist, the Flamingo is an aesthetic photo opportunity that cannot be passed up.