We’re honoured to present “This is Me”, ABC Jersey’s headline awareness piece for Pink Month 2023.

Over several months, local life casting artist Nicole Le Cornu of Love Casting has collaborated with an incredible collective of Islanders living with breast cancer. Working with these amazing women, Nicole has captured each individual’s unparalleled journey and courage in the creation of their body cast. Each keepsake has been handcrafted and some finished as metallic sculptures whereas others have been meticulously hand-painted and illustrated with the support of artists Emma Burns-Di Lauro and Jamie O’Neil.

These are not just casts; they are canvases of life and testament to resilience – they capture strength, struggle, and spirit. Breast cancer isn’t defined by a singular narrative. Each of these women faced their diagnosis at different moments, underwent varied treatments, and battled diverse stages of this disease. Their collective message? Early detection is paramount. The simple act of Touch, Look, Check (TLC) can be the pivotal factor in one’s fight against breast cancer. TLC isn’t just a routine; it’s a life-saving mantra.

As you explore this gallery, be inspired by the courage of those featured and let their stories be a resonating reminder: TLC saves lives. Let’s celebrate their bravery, amplify their message, and champion the importance of regular checks.

Together, we can make a difference.

Exhibition Pieces

Dive deeper into the stories behind each unique cast.
Discover the narratives and the brave women who inspired ‘This is Me’.

AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 54
TYPE: Lobular Breast Cancer
LOCATION: St Helier
I love good food, drink and great company….oh, and travel!
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 51
TYPE: Stage 2 Breast Cancer – hormone related
LOCATION: St Mary
My 2 Breast friends saved my life back in August 2015.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 47
TYPE: HER2-positive, hormone receptor-positive, and triple-negative
LOCATION: St Clement
I ran a hair salon for 15yrs, love cooking, looking after my family and dogs, socialising, meditating.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 51
TYPE: Breast Cancer Stage 2
LOCATION: St Peter
The important thing to try and concentrate on is that you are alive, and to fill your time and energy on living.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 43
TYPE: Rare type of inflammatory breast cancer stage 3
LOCATION: St Helier
I was working shifts and doing overtime. single for a while but had started internet dating and had bought a flat.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 52
TYPE: Lobular Cancer/Oestrogen positive in my right breast
LOCATION: St Helier
I was normal, happy, just getting on with life.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 27
TYPE: Stage 2 Breast Cancer
LOCATION: St Helier
I was a busy working nanny who loved my job, travelled a lot with the family and enjoyed spending time with my friends and snowboarding.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 32
TYPE: Stage 2 Breast Cancer
LOCATION: St Saviour
I run my own beauty business from home, single mum, 2 kids and I’m a Foster carer. I love to dance and enjoy sunsets.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 37
TYPE: Stage 4 Breast Cancer
LOCATION: St Ouen
I’m a busy mum of 3 girls with an active life, horse riding and running my own business. My youngest was just 10 months when I was diagnosed.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 42
TYPE: Stage 4 Breast Cancer (de novo)
LOCATION: St Helier
Prior to my diagnosis, I was an extremely busy and tired married working mum of 3.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 50
TYPE: Mixed ductal/lobular invasive cancer of the left breast with high grade DCIS, lymphovascular invasion and ER/PR positive
LOCATION: St John
I’m a hard working solo mum to a very busy, inquisitive and happy 7 year old. My child and my career are my passions too!
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 42
TYPE: Stage 4, grade 2, triple positive breast cancer
LOCATION: St Brelade
I was stressed after a difficult divorce and with three kids to bring up alone.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 32
TYPE: Triple negative breast cancer, found as part of routine MRI screening following a BRCA2 mutation find
LOCATION: St Helier
I wasn’t ready for anyone to look at me like I was a victim or ill. As far as I was concerned I had a battle to fight and I just wanted to get on with it.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 31 and 46
TYPE: Grade 2 breast cancer December 2001 – Stage 4 breast cancer December 2017
LOCATION: St Helier
Carpe Diem – Seize the day… for tomorrow is promised to no-one. I’m the strongest i’ve ever been and likely to be in this lifetime. Cancer has taught me what/who is important. It’s also taught me how to let go of negativity.
AGE AT DIAGNOSIS: 39
TYPE: Stage 3 breast cancer
LOCATION: St Clement
“She was powerful not because she wasn’t scared but because she went on so strongly, despite the fear.”
When did you last check your pecks?

Meet the Artist

Nicole Le Cornu – Love Casting

Nicole started her life casting journey in 2017 when she first learned the art of 3D casting. Since then, she has created many personal and unique keepsakes for families. She continues to grow and has recently undertaken further training to refine her skills, adding body casting to her portfolio.

Nicole Le Cornu - Love Casting

What is Love Casting?

Love Casting specialises in creating beautiful life castings and personalised jewellery. Each keepsake is unique – little hands, tiny toes, precious paws, family moments and so much more. Capture a memory to last forever and create something truly special.

“Having the opportunity to be creative, unveiling a cast from its mould for the first time and sharing the result with the family is exciting and rewarding. I get to create something new, each and every time. No two keepsakes are the same and I love being able to capture a special memory.”