Dear Editor,
The Bowen Island Arts Council thanks artists Shane Tweten and Simon Daniel James, who were commissioned to co-create the sculpture Honoring the Spirit of the Flame. The artists were willing to agree the relocation of the artwork, from the lawn of the Bowen Island Public Library to private property at Village Square at the base of the trail to Artisan Square. Thanks to the Bellringer family for offering the location as an alternative space and to those who carefully managed the operation of transferring the sculpture to its new home. BIAC looks forward to participating fully in dialogue regarding public art, as it is our role and mandate to ensure that publicly owned artwork is treated in a way that supports the integrity and value of the work, along with its creators. The arts council will be undertaking a review and update of the Bowen Island Municipality’s Cultural Master Plan, and this will include the crafting of policies regarding public art. BIAC looks forward to engagement with the public wishing to participate in that process. Everyone is also invited to join BIAC in a small re-dedication ceremony of the Spirit of the Flame sculpture, date and time to be announced soon.
Carol Cram
President, Bowen Island Arts Council
