The Transitions Project
Date: 01 January 2019
Jack Whitwell undertook 6-month residency within the old and new hospital and healthcare facilities, responding to both the history and future of The Balfour and its place within the Orkney community. This was a unique opportunity to respond to this one-off transition, to the built environments, the people and stories associated with The Balfour embracing dialogue with staff, patients and users of the hospitals. The residency allowed unique access to the sites and the artwork created was presented at the new Balfour Hospital and Healthcare Facility, becoming part of the permanent collection of art.
“My proposal responds to the transition of cultures, traditions and industries that have shaped Orkney. My sculptures will respond to these changes and how they shaped the people that call the island their home.” - Jack Whitwell.
The resulting project will realise three pieces of sculpture at The Balfour; one inside the foyer space and two within the grounds. It is anticipated that these pieces will be installed during the course of 2020.
- Summary:
Jack Whitwell undertook 6-month residency within the old and new hospital and healthcare facilities, responding to both the history and future of The Balfour and its place within the Orkney community. This was a unique opportunity to respond to this one-off transition, to the built environments, the people and stories associated with The Balfour embracing dialogue with staff, patients and users of the hospitals. The residency allowed unique access to the sites and the artwork created was presented at the new Balfour Hospital and Healthcare Facility, becoming part of the permanent collection of art.
