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Three pieces of public art were created and installed by Sybille von Halem. The creation of this work and the public consultation involved was made possible, in part, by Sybille’s parallel artist-in-residence project in Stranraer. The work was commissioned to celebrate 400 years of the Burgh of Barony.

Artists

• Sybille von Halem

Funding

SAC Award amount

£9,000.00

Project total cost

£12,000.00

Funding purpose

Towards the cost of commissioning permanent sculpture located in Stranraer to mark the 400th Anniversary of the Burgh of Barony.

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

Consultation & Commissioning Process

Through the artist-in-residence project Sybille had developed very positive relationships with local community groups. The work, “Landmark” is the result of a collaboration with four young girls who live in the Dickshill area where the work is sited. The local Family Centre raised funds towards the cost of “Landmark” reflecting the level of public interest in this project.

Sybille von Halem was commissioned to create the artworks in addition to, but as a development from, her residency programme.

Outcomes

• Watermark: three wall mounted panels facing ferry terminal
• Tidemarks: installation of carved stones at Castle Green.
• Landmark: pathway and seating at the junction of two roads in the Dickshill area.