The Stairways and Ruins exhibtion features work by 25 artists, and established as well as upcoming artists are represented in the show. Most of the Graphic Design and History of Art lecturers at the NWU (the subject groups where ViNCO is situated) also participate in the exhibition. Works featured in the exhibition include installations, two- and three-dimensional work, and moving images.

ViNCO is honoured to have Andrew Lamprecht, curator of Historical Paintings and Sculpture, Iziko Museums of South Africa, as curator for the exhibition.