For Immediate Release
Vision Cashiers and The Bascom Collaborate to Unveil Public Art Installations in Cashiers
May 25, 2023 Cashiers, NC - Vision Cashiers, in collaboration with The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts, proudly presents the addition of two new sculptures in the Village core. The sculptures have been sourced through The Bascom's extensive network of emerging artists in the Southeast, in conjunction with their Annual Outdoor Sculpture Program.
On May 24, 2023, Doug McAbee's Albert will be installed at The Boys and Girls Club, while Kyle V. Lusk's Diversion will be installed at Slab Town Plaza. “These sculptures are the first of many in Cashiers which will enhance our outdoor spaces by inspiring an elevated sense of awareness for residents and visitors,” said Barbara Jamison, Public Art Chair of Vision Cashiers. In addition, five more sculptures are available for public viewing on The Bascom's Horst Winkler Sculpture Trail. These works of art will be on display and accessible to the public through April 2024.
Vision Cashiers and The Bascom strongly believe that art within our environment creates an "outdoor classroom" for daily enjoyment. The integration of outdoor art, along with a network of paths and parks, aims to enhance Cashier's unique character.
“The Bascom is thrilled to have the opportunity to expand our Annual Outdoor Sculpture Program in partnership with Vision Cashiers, who have facilitated new opportunities for the public to experience the arts on the Plateau,” said Karin Peterson, Executive Director of The Bascom.
About The Bascom: For over 30 years, The Bascom has served as a vital cultural resource for the Western North Carolina region, offering exhibitions, arts education, and support for the professional development of artists. Through these programs, they create visual art experiences that inspire and empower individuals and communities through seeing, thinking and doing.
About Vision Cashiers: Vision Cashiers is a local organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Cashiers, NC. Through community initiatives and collaborative partnerships, they strive to create a vibrant and sustainable future for the region.
The selected artists and their sculptures for The Bascom's 2023-2024 Annual Sculpture Program are as follows:
In Cashiers
Kyle V. Lusk - Diversion, Slab Town Plaza
Doug McAbee - Albert, The Boys and Girls Club
At The Bascom
Jim Collins - Small Bull, The Bascom Campus
Kyle V. Lusk - Unexpected Harmony, The Bascom Campus
Beau Lyday - The Ties that Bind, The Bascom Campus
Jeff Repko - Rocket Boot, The Bascom Campus
Corrina Sephora - Wave, The Bascom Campus
For more information contact: Bianca Mitchell, Director of Marketing
The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts | 828.526.4949 |
Barbara Jamison, Public Art Chair | Vision Cashiers |
