The stairs rising up become a symbol of people rising up and improving their lives.
Climbing up the stairs are three figure sculptures, holding symbols of work.
The spiral staircase which has been the inspiration for the sculpture is an original historic feature which will now be given a prominent position in the courtyard, and become a focal point in its new role as the basis of the inspiring sculpture.
The Employment Academy is a Grade 2 listed building. Many original Victorian features are being preserved in the redevelopment.
Original sketch ideas for the ASPIRE sculpture.
ASPIRE
Randy Klein has been commissioned by Thames Reach to create a new sculpture for the courtyard of the new Employment Academy, called ASPIRE.
The Employment Academy is a flagship project which will help many thousands of unemployed and economically disadvantaged people find employment. The new sculpture will provide a focus and inspiration for clients of the Academy.
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