During the construction and renovation phase at Memorial Hospital, a photo contest was held to select local photos as artwork for the new spaces. The response was overwhelming, with multiple talented individuals submitting their work. Staff had the pleasure of anonymously selecting the photos they liked best for their new space. We are thrilled to announce the selected photographers whose beautiful images now adorn the new Medical Office Building and Memorial Hospital Outpatient Lab.
Charles Bargman of Chester had his photo of thick snow clinging to the branches on Fern Valley Road in winter selected. The tranquil and stunning scene is displayed in the main hallway of the new Chester Clinic.
Patricia Bradley of Ellis Grove had her photo of Tower Rock chosen for the new Lab at the Hospital. Taken from the Missouri side of the river, her image captures the large earth monument during a low river stage at sunset, with people walking around the rim of the stone visible in the left panel.
Michael Feaman from Ellis Grove, a retiree from Memorial Hospital, submitted a vibrant photo of an orange sunset along the shadowed skyline of Ellis Grove. This striking image now stands out on the walls of the Chester Clinic.
Keri Hamilton and son Brantley Hamilton of Rockwood both had photographs selected for the new Convenient Care side of the Medical Office Building. Brantley's photos, taken for a 4-H project, include a combine during a wheat harvest and a cow at dusk, which can also be found in the new Specialty Clinic. Keri's photo features her daughter, helping daddy, as they walk past a large planter.
Karla Klindworth of Chester had two photos selected: a flagpole during a full moon, decorating the waiting room in the Medical Office Building outpatient lab, and a serene seat along the Mississippi, displayed in the Chester Clinic and Hospital outpatient lab.
Heather Phelps from Chester and RN at Memorial captured a stunning view of a pond following a day of fishing. Her photo is a focal point at the end of the hallway at the Chester Clinic for all to see. The pristine lake reflects the sunset sky beautifully, creating a double image of the fantastic colors.
John Reith of Chester had multiple photos chosen for the first photo contest at Memorial Hospital, displayed in patient rooms on the Medical Surgical Unit. His new submission for Convenient Care depicts a long-lost tractor entangled in green vines and trees, discarded in Tilden.
Megan Schoenherr of O’Fallon submitted her photo titled “Morning Landing” for the photo contest. A lover of art and photography with family ties to the Chester area, she was honored to have her photo selected. The beauty and splendor of the up-close shot highlights the details of the colorful Monarch butterfly on the bright pink flower.
Emily Waeltz of Marissa, who previously had her photos selected for the new Specialty Clinic, had additional images chosen for the new Medical Office Building. Her sunflowers grace the walls of the Chester Clinic, and her new photo of a combine wrapping up the day at sunset is displayed in the triage room of Convenient Care.
Rick Weber of Waterloo had his photo of cherry blossoms in full bloom chosen for the Chester Clinic halls. This beautiful tree, planted in memory of a loved one, resides in his front yard. He was honored to share the beauty of this tree with the staff and patients at the clinic.
Lisa Wingerter of Chester and LPN at Memorial had her photo of an antique silo from a property in Rockwood selected. The shiny ceramic tiles of the large cylindrical structure along with the soft green moss in the cement seams provide a stunning shot on a sunny day.
Andria Zweigart of Evansville and Director of Diagnostic Imaging at Memorial had her close-up shot of red coral bells selected. The bright colors and enhanced imagery decorate the hallways of the Chester Clinic nicely.
Each winner received a gift of appreciation from Memorial. “The response from patients and photographers has been heartwarming,” said Mariah Bargman, Marketing and Community Relations Coordinator. “The photographers were honored to share their artwork with the community, and the patients and staff enjoy the beautiful imagery. It becomes a topic of conversation and joy. We love to hear the stories behind each photo.”
Memorial Hospital is proud to showcase the incredible talent of our local photographers and is grateful for their contributions to making our new spaces more welcoming and beautiful.
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