News — sundial projects

This stunning sundial was designed and crafted by artist, Robert Perless for installation at Utah Valley State College in Heber City, UT. The gnomon stands an impressive 13' 9" high and has a unique prism incorporated into the design that casts a shadow with a rainbow prism. more information on Robert's page. Sun Dagger (photo courtesy Robert Perless)

We had someone recently ask about human sundials on our Facebook page so I thought I'd shed a little light on the concept (bad pun I know). Of course we're all sundial gnomons (aka sundial pointer) when the sun's rays hit us and a shadow is cast on the ground. The key to turning us into a working sundial is just similar to constructing a sundial out of any material. The hours need to be laid out in a pattern and directed towards true north. You could use anything from sticks coming out of the ground to more elaborate ways...