“(Pia’s) like a playful troll, because she is playing with the humans, but she’s also a little bit scary, because she’s kind of strong, like a little girl can sometimes by accident break a leg or poke an eye out or light a fire to the hair of her doll,” Dambo said. “Don’t upset Pia, because you might lose a leg.”

Why giant trolls are popping up in the Seattle area: the Seattle Times gets into the NW Way of the Bird King installation. Learn more here

The B.I. Stander Podcast interviews Bainbridge Island Metro Park and Recreation District Parks Commissioner, Dawn Janow, about the Dambo Troll installation on Bainbridge Island.

If there’s one thing Seattle loves, it’s trolls. The Fremont Troll is a tourist hot spot and we even celebrate its birthday every year on Halloween. Now we have five new giant trolls coming to the Seattle area this summer! Five larger-than-life troll sculptures will be erected around Seattle between August and September and will stay for three years.

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Poulsbo’s loss is Bainbridge Island’s gain. The city north of BI months ago decided not to host a troll made by Thomas Dambo, as it didn’t want to spend the money. So BI will join West Seattle, Issaquah, Vashon Island, Ballard and Portland OR in hosting a troll, which promises to be an attraction for tourists and locals alike.

Discover the excitement as Bainbridge Island becomes home to Washington State's first Thomas Dambo Troll, bringing a touch of whimsy and artistry to the community. Uncover the secrets behind this captivating project, where local partnerships, sustainable practices, and a treasure hunt await, promising an unforgettable experience for all who venture to the island.

From The Island Wanderer: Taking Public Art to a whole new level – Bring on the Trolls!