The sculpture was installed this week by artist David Watson and Bland Hoke, who first created the now iconic ArtSpot in 2008. Photo: Keegan Rice

JACKSON, Wyo. — A new three-dimensional sculpture is on display at the ArtSpot on Broadway. Three years in the making, “Stampede” was originally conceived as a painting by local artist David Watson, of Cabin Fever Art Creations.

According to Jackson Hole Public Art, Watson credits this large-scale project for providing a respite during the pandemic, providing the artist with a break in thinking about the isolation, social distancing, and depression of a long, cold, and colorless Wyoming winter.

“I hope people feel the warmth of the artwork and enjoy the bright bold colors. I like how the bison will be coming out of the cold, snowy, white wintery background. In a way, it could represent hope of a brighter future. I think we could all use some of that hope at the moment,” said Watson.

The ArtSpot is a project of JH Public Art, in which local artists are invited to create site-specific installations that inspire moments of discovery and joy for the more than 30,000 daily drivers that pass by.

Photos: Keegan Rice

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