Worcestershire Breast Unit is a charity set up to support all patients diagnosed with breast cancer in Worcestershire. It was set up by my talented, overachieving, big bro, who is the resident consultant breast surgeon. The unit’s aim is to provide practical and emotional support to the people of Worcestershire with their breast care needs, working closely with the NHS specialist breast care team to provide the best possible care in the best possible environment.
This ink & pencil artwork was produced for a fundraising auction for the unit.
Yew is a fascinating plant, with many medicinal uses but particularly being very effective for the treatment of breast cancer in the form of Paclitaxel (Taxol). Butterflies are a symbol associated with going through cancer, representative of change and readjustment.
You can find out more about Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven here: https://www.worcsbreastunithaven.com/