Twist and Stomp
Created by: Natalie Ratcliffe
Sponsored by: Willsow
Location: Highcross Uppr Mall – John Lewis Bridge
Overview
Twist and Stomp brings joy and sparkle to the LOROS Hospice Stomp Round Leicester herd! She is a shining patchwork of colourful lucky stars – a trait often associated with elephants. See her as a joyful reminder to never be afraid of standing out and to always spend your days dancing together like no one is watching!
Location
Highcross Upper Mall – John Lewis Bridge
Meet the Artist
Natalie Ratcliffe
Natalie is a freelance creative based in Leeds designing for a wide range of projects for commercial and private clients. She works across textiles design, loves pressing flowers and creates cyanotype prints when the sun shines!
Meet the Sponsor
Willsow
Willsow love working with LOROS and being part of the outdoors is so important for everybody, including those at staying at the hospice.
Our plantable products encourage everyone to step outside and spend time with our loved ones, planting memories.
You can discover our full range of plantable products at Willsow.com.
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