Turner Nominee Unveils 'Together We' Art

A new railway station in Cambridge will feature a notable public artwork by Mark Titchner, a nominee for the prestigious Turner Prize in 2006. Titchner's "Together We" artwork is installed at Cambridge South station, which is scheduled to open its doors on June 28. This significant addition will be the third railway station serving the city.

The artwork's concept is deeply rooted in Titchner's research into the 16th-century physician William Harvey, who studied at the University of Cambridge and first identified the full circulation of blood. The commissioned piece explores the "togetherness" of people, mirroring the concept of circulatory systems in both medical and transportation contexts, as explained by Network Rail.

Titchner expressed his enthusiasm for creating a long-form text work, a project he has long wished to pursue. He hopes his art will offer station users moments of reflection during their daily commutes. Commissioned by GBR Anglia and a project steering group, the artwork graces the balustrades of the station's stairways, aiming to connect with the wider Cambridge community.

As part of this initiative, Titchner is set to lead workshops in three primary schools, encouraging students to create posters inspired by his artistic style. Cambridge South station is strategically located near Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, alongside expanding housing developments.