Shine On! Wall by Steff Norman

Shine On! by Steff Norman. A large piece of wood painted with green, sparkly paint. John Lennon style round glasses are painted on it and there is a neon sign that says 'Shine On'. There are CDs pegged on to the board.

Designed and created by Steff Norman
Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts
Theatre and Performance Technology BA (Hons) Graduate 2025

Steff Norman is a Theatre and Production Technology graduate at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA). This installation, commissioned by the Strawberry Field Learning Hub, serves as a celebration of our Steps at Strawberry Field graduates. As each trainee completes their journey, they are invited to leave a personal message written on recycled CDs and place it on the wall. The aim is for every graduate to feel they are leaving a lasting mark at the centre, a meaningful reminder that they will forever be a part of the Strawberry Field family. The installation is made from sustainable materials, including reclaimed wood and CDs that were destined for landfill. "Shine on!", lyrics from John Lennon's song 'Instant Karma' are illuminated by rechargeable batteries.

 

About the Designer

Steff Norman is a Theatre and Performance graduate from Swansea South Wales. He created the Shine On! installation during his third year at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts.

Steff, a male student, stands in front of the red Strawberry Field gates wearing a cap and a red hoodie.

Steff said, "The brief I was given for this project is to design, make and evaluate an interactive art installation to be installed at Strawberry Field Liverpool. This art piece must fit into Strawberry Field and the Salvation Army’s ethos of kindness, respect and compassion and be as sustainable as possible. While designing the Shine On! Wall, the idea was to embrace the community values of Strawberry Field and build something that showcases the achievements of the trainees as they move through the Steps to Work Programme."

Initial Design Ideas

Draft artwork for the Shine On! artwork. A green rectangle with 'Shine On' written in the middle and a painting of John Lennon's sunglasses.
Draft 1
Draft artwork for the Shine On! artwork. A green rectangle with 'Shine On' written in the middle and a painting of John Lennon's sunglasses
Draft 2
Draft artwork for the Shine On! artwork. A green rectangle with 'Shine On' written in the middle and a painting of John Lennon's sunglasses
Draft 3

The Design Process

Two photos of Steff's design process
Steff's art work, a green board with John Lennon's sunglasses painted on it.
Close up on Steffs art work, with CDs on little pegs.
Finished artwork, a green board with John Lennon's sunglasses painted on it, a neon light reading 'Shine On!' and rows of CDs.

Learning Hub

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Steps for Students

Bridging the gap into employment