Zoe Childerley photographing under the surface for the Coast Portfolio. Image by Vasil Dzhagalov
The Waiting Rooms Photography Project, delivered as a partnership between the Trust, Photoworks and Willis Newson, will deliver a permanent collection of photographs for each of the 36 public waiting rooms in the new hospital.
Capturing the spirit of place, the images reflect four key themes of Sussex, South Downs, Town and Coast. The pictures will be a source of contemplation and pleasure during times of potential stress for patients, visitors and staff.
Connecting patients to their local environment, they will create welcoming and reassuring waiting spaces, reflecting the culture and identity of the community.
THE ARTISTS
Lead Photographer Helen Sear on one of her Sussex Portfolio research visits. Image by Vasil Dzhagalov.
Helen Sear has been appointed as Lead Photographer. Helen has created a portfolio of work reflecting the theme of ‘Sussex’.
Three additional photographers were appointed in 2018 to create portfolios in response to the themes South Downs, Town and Coast. Murray Ballard, Zoe Childerley, and Celine Marchbank were each selected from a nationwide open call and created works for the project through local community engagement over an 18-month period.
‘Hove I’ by Celine Marchbank, part of the Town Portfolio for the Connect Waiting Room Project.
Each photographer researched relevant locations across the county and worked directly with local communities to develop a collection of images to enliven the waiting rooms and contribute to patient wellbeing.
SUSSEX PORTFOLIO: HELEN SEAR
SOUTH DOWNS PORTFOLIO: MURRAY BALLARD
TOWN PORTFOLIO: CELINE MARCHBANK
COAST PORTFOLIO: ZOE CHILDERLEY
