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A series of public art works created for the Sanquhar Heritage Trail. This project commissioned contemporary artworks that would raise the profile of the town’s cultural, architectural and historical links. These artworks are situated along an established, but now upgraded town walk that is used daily by residents and visitors.

The management of this whole project was challenged when the applicant organisation fell into liquidation mid-project. Applicant organisation went into liquidation mid-project. Over £9000 of the original award amount could not be claimed illustrating the importance of timely invoicing as some could not be reimbursed following the liquidation process.

Artists

• Sybille von Halem
• Gillian Forbes
• Stephen Hurrel

Funding

SAC Award amount

£43,717.50

Project total cost

£582,290.00

Funding purpose

Towards the cost of site-specific artworks for Sanquhar Town Centre.

(Please note dates and details correct at time of award.)

Consultation & Commissioning Process

The artist’s briefs were prepared in consultation with the public arts agency, Independent Public Arts. A selection committee was drawn from various stakeholders including community representatives.

Sybille von Halem worked with school and community groups in the process of creating her commission.

Outcomes

• 12 carved stone panels
• Orientation sculpture
• Glass commission
• Artist Placement