Public art can be a key factor in establishing a unique community identity. It is freely accessible to everyone, invigorates public spaces and humanizes the built environment. It acts as a tangible and vibrant window into the human imagination.
How blessed we are to have an imagination as creative as Stacy Beamer’s here on Bowen Island. His work can be spotted all over the island in public spaces and private residences, in functional pieces and whimsical sculptures. Although his style is distinctive, each work of art is unique with careful attention given to the natural surroundings and the heart of the business, family or community organization it reflects.
We recently asked Stacy to come and touch up the beautiful garden gate at the Bowen Children’s Centre. I was struck once again by both his craftsmanship and artistic vision. The time he took to engage with the children that surrounded him while he worked, showing his commitment to this community. Thank you, Stacy for helping make Bowen Island as unique and beautiful as the people who live here.
