Artwork celebrating the Hepatitis C Team at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital and their efforts to meet the World Health Organization goal of eliminating hepatitis C

This commission is funded through a generous donation from a patient’s family to express their gratitude for the care received from the Hepatitis C team.

We are seeking an artist to create uplifting artwork that brightens the hospital environment and celebrates the department’s achievements in tackling Hepatitis C as part of NHS England’s elimination programme.

The artwork will contribute to a welcoming environment for both patients and staff and reflect the strength, resilience, and teamwork of the people involved.

The Commission

Aims and Objectives

• Celebrate the progress made towards eliminating Hepatitis C and the strength of patients, staff, and the Sheffield community.
• Provide an uplifting and calming visual focus for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Improve the environment of the E Floor Infectious Diseases department through high-quality, professional art.

Content and Themes

• Focus on teamwork, resilience, and community.
• Positive, inclusive depiction of people and lives touched by Hepatitis C, celebrating life beyond illness.
• Avoid imagery that could be triggering or distressing for patients.
• Abstract or symbolic representation of people is encouraged.

Medium and Format

The final format will be developed in collaboration with the artist, ensuring compliance with hospital standards, and could be a mixture of ideas.

Options include:

• One large, impactful artwork for a prominent public area (e.g., lift lobby, waiting area, or E3 corridor).
• A large format triptych framed
• A small series of works distributed across public and/or staff areas.

Materials and Installation

• Must comply with NHS infection control and fire safety standards.
• Use of robust, cleanable materials suitable for hospital settings (Trust-approved).
• Installation plan to be agreed with the Estates and or contractor when necessary. 

Budget

The total budget of £2,000 must include:

• Artist's fee and expenses
• Design development
• Materials and fabrication
• Printing/framing
• Delivery and installation 

Process and Engagement

• This brief will go out to multiple artists requesting their involvement to see if they are interested in the commission
• The selected artist will work with the E Floor Hepatitis C team to finalise the concept and placement.
• Engagement with staff is encouraged to ensure the artwork resonates with its audience.
  
  

Contact for Applications:

Victoria Gisborne-Land, Arts Coordinator

Deadline for Submissions: January 20th 2026

Selection Process:

• Applications will be reviewed by Victoria Gisborne-Land, Anthoney Bains and members of the Hepatitis C E Floor team.
• Shortlisting and decision-making will take approximately 2 weeks after the deadline.
• Artists will be selected based on examples of previous work, style, and suitability for the brief. No initial concept proposal is required at the application stage.
• Once an artist is selected, a meeting will be arranged with the team to discuss ideas and approach collaboratively. The final design will be developed following this meeting.

Submission Format:

• Artists are asked to submit a brief expression of interest along with a portfolio or examples of previous relevant work.
• No concept designs are required at this stage.