Aspire (mosaic)

Artist – Sue Kershaw

Sponsored by: NHS Hull Clinical Commissioning Group

Design Description

The courage, resilience, persistence and aspirational drive of Amy are still inspirational today to the women and men of Hull. Amy provides an example of how each and every woman can reach their full potential by drawing on their own intrinsic talents with the support and admiration of their community. The 1930s art deco influenced colour scheme and design is created in a mosaic of glass tiles with accent mirror tiles enabling women to reflect upon their own image and achievements alongside Amy’s in the moth and aspire ever upwards.

Artist Statement

Sue Kershaw is an experienced mosaic artist producing nationwide mosaics for public art and private sale/commission. Sue also facilitates mosaic workshops and community projects with a wide range of client groups in a variety of settings. Public art commissions and community projects range from fountains, pavements, wall art, benches and sculptures.

Sue has extensive experience of working in schools, hospitals as well as the third sector. Clients have included NHS, Mind, Macmillan, BHF, YWT, Action for Children and York University. Funders include Arts Council and Heritage Lottery Fund. Sue has exhibited widely and is a Professional Member of the British Association for Modern Mosaic.