Captain Tom inspires Sarah's NHS fund-raiser

A Fylde artist and designer is aiming to boost a national appeal to help the NHS by auctioning off two new works she has created, inspired by the coronavirus lockdown - and the reaction to it.
By Tony Durkin
Published 8th May 2020, 17:10 BST
Sarah Robinson with her artworks being auctionedSarah Robinson with her artworks being auctioned
Sarah Robinson with her artworks being auctioned

Second World War hero Captain Tom Moore’s bid to raise cash for the health service by walking 100 laps of his garden to mark his 100th birthday captured the public imagination to say the least, attracting donations galore and topping a staggering £30m.

Now, Sarah Robinson, a 23-year-old former pupil of Lytham St Annes High School wants to add to the fund by offering two of her works at auction – one a portrait of Captain Tom himself.

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The works - the second is a contemporary drawing of two lovers in lockdown called ‘Quanankiss’ – are available for bids until the end of this month and Sarah said: “I wanted to create something to help Captain Tom Moore in his mission to raise even more money for the NHS, as well as keeping the arts industry in motion.

Sarah Robinson's portrait of Captain - now Colonel - Tom MooreSarah Robinson's portrait of Captain - now Colonel - Tom Moore
Sarah Robinson's portrait of Captain - now Colonel - Tom Moore

“I have been truly inspired by Captain Tom and his pure determination and willingness to help the NHS who are doing such an incredible job.

“With a sister working on the frontline in ITU and a mum who is busy dealing with NHS patients in the community, I am seeing first hand the hard work staff are putting in and wanted to do my bit to help them and support Captain Tom in his fundraising.

“I have drawn two pieces of artwork, one a contemporary drawing to reflect the time we are in – referenced from a photo of French couple Alice Barbier and JS Roques – named ‘Quarankiss’ and one of Captain Tom Moore himself.

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“Both original pieces are being offered mounted, with the proceeds going to Captain Tom’s Just Giving page and I hope people will help support a brilliant cause.”

After leaving the High School, Sarah studied at Cardinal Newman College, Preston and last year graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University with a first class BA Fashion(Hons) degree, specialising in womenswear.

She went on to showcase her graduate collection at London Graduate Fashion Week and interned for designer Preen by Thornton Bregazzi in their London studio

Details of the auction are at www.charityauctionstoday.com/auctions/Sarah-Robinson-Art-Auction-Captain-Tom-Moore-11728

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