Artwork of the Month: Blue Rocker I by Anthony Frost
24 November 2025
This month, the artwork was chosen by staff and patients in the Infusion Suite at St George's Hospital, Tooting. Our Art Collection Officer, Rachel, visited the Infusion Suite earlier this month to lead the discussion of the artworks and the vote.
The 5 November is Fireworks Night, with the sky lit up with bright, glittering displays. So, this month, Rachel shortlisted three artworks from St George's Art and Heritage Collection on the theme of 'Fireworks Night'. After discussing all the artworks, the staff and patients voted for Blue Rocker I by Anthony Frost as their artwork of the month.
About the artwork:
This abstract artwork is made up of large vibrant blocks of colour. It is a monoprint, a printing technique which results in a one-of-a-kind print. In monoprinting, a design is made onto a plate made of a material like metal or plastic. The design can be made using a variety of techniques, using printing inks, mark making and collage to create a unique design. The print can also be reworked after printing, using a variety of materials.
The staff and patients in the Infusion Suite found this artwork calm and serene. When they were told that the artist was based in Cornwall, they discussed how the colours were reminiscent of the seaside, with the blues of the sea and yellow of the sand. One staff member was drawn to this artwork as he is from North Wales, he said it made him think of the sea, which he misses being near. Some found the cool tones of the artwork relaxing, but another said they felt the artwork 'br[ought] the energy'.
This artwork is on display in St James Wing at St George's Hospital, Tooting.
About the artist:
Anthony Frost is a British artist based in Cornwall. He was born in St Ives and currently has a studio in Penzance. He comes from an artistic background, his father is abstract artist Sir Terry Frost and he grew up among artists.
He studied at Cardiff College of Art between 1970 and 1973 and has since lectured at various institutions, including Falmouth School of Art, Canterbury School of Art and University of East London. He has been artist in residence at Cyprus School of Art and Montmiral School of painting in France.
Music is an important influence for Anthony, he says he is inspired more by musicians than by artists. His artwork has developed alongside the music he listens to in his studio.
Arts St George’s (part of St George’s Hospital Charity) is the arts programme for St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. To find out more, follow us on socials @artsstgeorges, or follow Arts St George's - St George's Hospital Charity
The 'Our Hospital: conserving, curating and responding to St George’s Art and Heritage Collection’ is a three-year project, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and made possible by money raised by National Lottery players. The project is focusing on conserving, cataloguing, reinterpreting and digitising St George’s Hospital’s unique Art and Heritage Collection so it can be enjoyed by many more people.
Arts St George’s (part of St George’s Hospital Charity) is the arts programme for St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. To find out more, follow us on socials @artsstgeorges, or follow Arts St George's - St George's Hospital Charity
The 'Our Hospital: conserving, curating and responding to St George’s Art and Heritage Collection’ is a three-year project, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and made possible by money raised by National Lottery players. The project is focusing on conserving, cataloguing, reinterpreting and digitising St George’s Hospital’s unique Art and Heritage Collection so it can be enjoyed by many more people.
