Bringing art and ‘Hope’ to Midland Met
April 18, 2024
When sculptor Jacob Chandler’s father was admitted to City Hospital during the pandemic for a heart attack, he was terrified that his father would not survive. But thanks to life-saving surgery by Dr. Leong Lee followed by excellent care from the critical care team, his father is fighting fit today.
As a thank you to medics Jacob, best known for his iconic Commonwealth Games model of a bladed athlete, decided to create a unique sculpture called ‘Hope’ to honour the healthcare heroes who saved his father’s life.
Jacob’s inspiring artwork will be seen by all those who enter Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. It will stand as a symbol of gratitude for the tireless efforts of our remarkable colleagues who have dedicated their lives to saving others.
Jacob recently visited Midland Met to scope out the area where his newest sculpture will be installed. “The sculpture will be of a figure holding out her arm, referencing the image of the Lady with the Lamp, and with her head held high to face the fray,” Jacob said.
Looking at exactly where Hope will stand Jacob remarked: “This is the first time I’ve been back on site in two years and seeing where Hope will be displayed makes this project all the more real.
“I am delighted to be able to give a little back to support those brave medics who worked so heroically throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. So many of us continue to be indebted to them for their care and dedication.”
Enjoy this behind the scenes look at Jacob working on Hope.
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