WHAT OUR ARTISTS HAD TO SAY…
We’ve been inundated with heart-warming feedback from hospital staff and patients alike, about what a difference the installation has made to them: Antenatal patient: “I had to come on my own today and was feeling very nervous, until I noticed the paintings. I walked up and down the corridor looking at them, they really helped to calm my nerves. I like them all but particularly like the couple with the umbrella. I’m not sure why, it just has real sense of calm about it.” Allied health professional staff member: “They are all beautiful, they really make a difference, I enjoy my regular walk down the corridor much more!”
Midwife: “They have totally transformed the corridor and they have improved the environment for our patients and families - we need more art like this throughout the hospital. If I’m honest, I’m surprised at the difference it has made.” Patient Experience Data Analyst: “Wow! I just walked along the corridor - having totally forgotten about the new art - and I was blown away by all of it! What a transformation to the outdated photos and bland corridor. Each piece is so unique, but connected – it makes me wish I had continued with my art. They do create a calming ambience and make such an impact, without being ‘in your face’ at all.”
We spoke to some of our artists whose work features in the installation, to find out what it means to them.
Visit our YouTube channel to view the official unveiling of the community corridor, or read more about our relationship with the Trust on our website.
“Whenever I hear of my artwork being used in a hospital, or a nursing home, people choosing my artwork to welcome a new birth or to mark a bereavement, then those are always the most special and humbling moments. It makes my heart smile to know that my paintings can bring calm and hope to people’s lives. It’s always the simplest gestures that mean the most.” Paul Corfield
“I couldn’t be prouder to be part of this installation. The NHS are our heroes and it’s an honour to be exhibiting with Castle Fine Art in the hospital where they saves lives and bring so much hope and happiness to the world. Thank you for everything you do, we wouldn’t be here without you. It’s hard to find the words - we are forever in your debt.” Scarlett Raven
“I am honoured and humbled to be part of this great place The Birmingham Women’s Hospital. I hope that my work, and all the other artists’ work, brings a little bit of much needed sunshine and a lot of light into the lives of both patients and staff as they wander down the corridor.” Bob Barker
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