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The Memory Chest

Created in 2018 for the anniversary of the end of the First World War and informed by workshop activities that explored ideas around stories and letters sent home from the Trenches.

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Sun Guardian Bear
Formed part of the city-wide ‘Big Sleuth’ that saw 100+ Bears displayed across Birmingham, raising money for Birmingham Children's Hospital. Mat used a graffiti style in his work and the Bear’s design is very bold with strong, clear, colourful patterns.
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Sons of Rest Mosaic
The Sons of Rest Mosaic was commissioned to commemorate the centenary of the end of the First World War in 2018. It celebrates the Sons of Rest Movement that was founded in Handsworth Park by veterans in 1927.
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Handsworth Community Garden
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The Anchor
Polished stainless-steel spheres reflect the park multiple times to the viewer, allowing them to carefully consider their environment and surroundings. Anchor is also the symbol of the B'ham Assay Office, linking to the City’s wider industrial heritage.