St Luke's Guiding Lights Plymouth 2026

I was delighted to be selected as one of the artists taking part in St Luke's Guiding Lights, a large-scale public art trail across Plymouth in summer 2026, raising awareness and funds for St Luke's Hospice.

The trail brought together artists, sponsors and local organisations to create 41 individually designed lighthouse sculptures and 51 smaller sculptures, transforming Plymouth into an open-air gallery celebrating creativity, community and the city's rich maritime heritage.

My lighthouse, Celestial Beacon, explores themes of navigation, place and shared experience through the imagery of the night sky.

Inspired by Plymouth's maritime heritage and my ongoing fascination with light after dark, the design combines constellations, stars, fireworks and atmospheric colour with recognisable Plymouth landmarks, including Smeaton's Tower and Plymouth Hoe. Visitors can also download a free constellation guide, encouraging them to spend a little longer discovering the hidden stories woven throughout the artwork.

Fluorescent elements have also been incorporated into the design, allowing parts of the lighthouse to respond under UV light and adding another layer of discovery for those exploring it more closely.

Seeing Celestial Beacon installed on the trail and watching visitors pause to discover its hidden details was one of the highlights of the project. I hope the artwork encourages people to explore the wider Guiding Lights trail and supports the incredible work of St Luke's Hospice, before the sculptures are auctioned to raise funds for the charity.