Stand Tall 2013 – 50 years of Colchester Zoo
Image by Karen Roe
Sponsor – Holiday Inn, Colchester
Artist – Oliver Dean
Design – ‘Five Winks’
What inspired the design?
This design was inspired by a giraffes ability to rest whilst standing.
The comic appearance of the Z are normally associated with sleep but also make for a striking design. As if the giraffe is wrapped up in sleep, in the standing position.
About the Sponsor
The Holiday Inn Colchester is a family friendly hotel situated in a rural location, close to Colchester Zoo. The Holiday Inn Colchester offers great value packages for couples or families wanting a relaxing stay away – Great Hotels, Guest Love. This Colchester Hotel has an on-site Spirit Health Club with indoor pool, spa pool, sauna, steam room & gym. You can dine seven days a week in our restaurant with its award winning breakfast, and great lunch & dinner menu – and don’t forget kids under 13 stay & eat for free.
About the Artist
Oliver Dean is a Colchester based illustrator and community artist. He offers a flexible approach to community arts, working with groups of all ages, across a range of media and always exploring the creativity of those involved.
His illustrations focus on providing humour and originality. Oliver is currently self publishing his first children’s book; Permanent Barker, which was funded through the crowd funding website; Kickstarter.
