10/16/2026
Sergei Isupov, resident artist at Project Art in Cummington, MA, is creating his fourth public sculpture on Main Street. Working with a recently cut maple tree– that otherwise would have been removed from the land and destroyed– this piece is the second work of this scale inspired by and repurposing natural material. His most recent work, “Everything is Upside Down” (2024), was constructed from a damaged and relocated tree which can be seen in front of Project Art (54 Main Street, Cummington, MA).
To ensure this new project is completed efficiently and safely, Sergei is launching a campaign to raise funds to cover production costs, advanced equipment and scaffolding to support construction around the tree’s towering height. Sergei’s sculptures have been supported in-part with honorary grants from the Cummington Cultural District. To further these efforts, Hilltown Vision has created a dedicated fund to support Art in Cummington, beginning with this project, to allow additional donations directly from the community.
As the sculpture develops and funding grows, Isupov invites passersby to experience the making of the sculpture, from tree to painted figure. Isupov will be joined by assistant Rowan McAllister, a local to the Hilltowns and past collaborator on “Everything is Upside Down”.
If you’re interested in contributing to the campaign, click the link in our bio. Thank you!
