Leeds · United Kingdom

LOOP & FORM Studio

A gallery-inspired space where contemporary art, sculpture, and mixed-media installations are conceived, tested, and brought into immersive form.

Studio Overview

Explore the heart of our Leeds-based artistic creation studio, where contemporary artistry meets innovation. Delve into our unique approach and the immersive environment that inspires every project.

Disciplines
Sculpture, mixed-media, installations
Clients
Private, public, commercial
Location
Leeds city centre

Creative Vision

Our studio is built on a core philosophy of originality, bold expression, and collaborative dialogue. Every project is treated as a living conversation between space, material, light, and the people who will ultimately inhabit the work.

From textural sculptures to large-scale installations, we seek to redefine how contemporary art can activate architecture, frame movement, and hold emotional resonance. The studio remains intentionally minimalist yet deeply textural, allowing each piece to breathe while we constantly experiment at the edges of form.

Originality First

Distinctive, site-responsive work

We avoid formulaic solutions. Each commission emerges from a clear understanding of context—architectural, cultural, and personal—resulting in work that cannot exist anywhere else in quite the same way.

Bold, Textural Expression

Material-driven storytelling

Surface, patina, and shadow are as important as line and form. We lean into contrast—raw against refined, matte against metallic—to give each piece a palpable physical presence.

Collaborative Process

Transparent, grounded partnership

Clients, curators, and collaborators are invited into the process from the outset. We map expectations clearly, share process milestones, and ensure the creative journey feels as considered as the final work.

Range of Services

We craft bespoke artworks and immersive environments for private collectors, public institutions, and commercial clients. Each engagement is tailored to the architecture, narrative, and desired experience of the space.

Bespoke Art Commissions

Concept to installation

One-of-a-kind sculptures, paintings, and mixed-media works developed specifically for your home, gallery, or corporate environment.

  • Site-responsive concept development
  • Scale models and visual proposals
  • Material and finish selection
  • Delivery and on-site installation guidance
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Mixed-Media Installations

Immersive spatial experiences

Large-scale, often multi-part installations that transform lobbies, atriums, galleries, and public spaces into tactile narratives.

  • Structural and technical feasibility
  • Lighting, sound, and movement integration
  • Public interaction and accessibility in focus
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Curated Exhibitions

For galleries & institutions

Concept-led exhibitions that bring together existing and newly commissioned works in cohesive, thoughtfully sequenced shows.

  • Curatorial narrative and exhibition design
  • Artwork selection and spatial planning
  • Interpretive texts and visitor journey
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Creative Collaborations

With brands, designers & makers

Cross-disciplinary projects that pair our studio with architects, interior designers, brands, and other artists to realise ambitious ideas.

  • Concept and art direction
  • Limited edition object & product collaborations
  • Public realm and placemaking projects
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The Creative Journey

From first conversation to final installation, our process is intentionally transparent and tactile. We balance rigorous planning with space for discovery, allowing each piece to evolve organically while remaining grounded in your brief.

  1. 01 · Discovery & Intent

    We begin with dialogue—understanding your space, your audience, and the emotional or conceptual territory you want the work to inhabit.

  2. 02 · Concept & Sketching

    We translate insights into sketches, maquettes, and material studies, sharing options that range from quietly minimal to structurally bold.

  3. 03 · Material Exploration

    Textural tests, patina samples, and structural prototypes are developed within the studio to refine how light, shadow, and tactility will perform at scale.

  4. 04 · Creation & Refinement

    Hands-on making unfolds in the studio: carving, casting, layering, and assembling. Regular check-ins keep you close to the evolving work.

  5. 05 · Installation & Aftercare

    We advise on logistics, installation, and lighting, then provide care guidance to preserve the work’s integrity over time.

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Materials & Techniques

Our work is rooted in material curiosity: raw surfaces, controlled imperfections, and considered contrasts that invite close viewing.

Sculptural Foundations

We work with cast and fabricated metals, clay, resin, timber, and stone, often combining them within a single piece to play with weight, balance, and tension.

  • Graphite-rubbed surfaces for subtle sheen
  • Hand-finished edges for tactility
  • Layered patinas that evolve over time

Textural Painting & Mixed-Media

Canvas, plaster, paper, pigment, textile, and found materials are built up in strata, then partially eroded or reworked to reveal traces of the making process.

  • Impasto and relief techniques
  • Subtle metallic accents
  • Burnished and abraded surfaces

Installations & Spatial Work

For installations, we consider structural systems, suspension, and sightlines, integrating sculptural elements with light, sound, or movement where appropriate.

  • Light-responsive finishes and translucency
  • Modular and reconfigurable components
  • Durable materials for high-traffic spaces

Exhibitions & Openings

Our studio regularly develops solo and group exhibitions, both on-site and in collaboration with galleries and institutions. Each show is treated as a temporary architecture—choreographing how viewers move through space, encounter works, and pause to reflect.

Openings are designed to feel intimate yet inclusive, creating space for conversation between artists, collectors, curators, and first-time visitors. We pay close attention to pacing, lighting, and sound so that the atmosphere feels immersive without overwhelming the work itself.

To stay informed about upcoming exhibitions and studio events, use the contact form to share your details and interests.

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Curated shows

Concept-led exhibitions pairing new commissions with key existing works.

Public programmes

Talks, walkthroughs, and quiet preview sessions for collectors and partners.

Site-specific installations

Works designed for atriums, lobbies, and outdoor courtyards.

Commissioned Projects

Our commissioned projects span corporate HQs, boutique hotels, galleries, and private residences across the UK and beyond. In each case, we balance the character of the space with the client’s vision to create work that feels both distinctive and deeply rooted.

Corporate & Commercial

Lobby installations, wayfinding sculptures, and focal artworks that anchor brand identity without resorting to literal storytelling.

Public Realm

Durable, accessible works for plazas, courtyards, and civic interiors, designed around sightlines, circulation, and community interaction.

Private Residential

Quietly powerful pieces for living spaces, stairwells, and gardens—often developed around memory, landscape, or personal collections.

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Meet the Artists

LOOP & FORM LTD is a multidisciplinary studio, bringing together sculptors, painters, spatial designers, and curators who share a commitment to thoughtful, materially rich work.

Lead Sculptor

Sculpture · Structural installations

Guides the development of three-dimensional work, from early maquettes to full-scale fabricated pieces, ensuring every curve, edge, and junction carries intention.

Mixed-Media Artist

Textural painting · Assemblage

Specialises in layered surfaces, pigment studies, and textural compositions that bridge painting and relief sculpture.

Spatial Designer

Exhibition design · Installations

Focuses on how artworks inhabit space—mapping sightlines, lighting, and visitor movement for exhibitions and permanent installations.

Curator & Producer

Curatorial direction · Client liaison

Shapes exhibition narratives, coordinates timelines, and acts as a clear point of contact for private collectors, galleries, and partners.

Client Testimonials

Insights from collectors, corporate clients, and institutions who have experienced LOOP & FORM LTD’s work within their spaces.

“The installation has completely redefined how our lobby feels. Staff and visitors treat it as a gathering point, and the work reveals something new in every light condition.”

Head of Workplace Experience

Corporate client · Leeds

“From the first sketches to the final positioning, the process was meticulous and collaborative. The finished pieces feel deeply personal without being literal.”

Private Collector

Residential commission · Yorkshire

“The studio brought clarity to a complex curatorial brief, balancing experimental work with a coherent narrative that our visitors could really connect with.”

Gallery Director

Curated exhibition · United Kingdom

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about commissions, process, timelines, and visiting the studio.

How far in advance should we enquire about a commission?

We recommend enquiring at least 8–12 weeks before your ideal installation date. For large-scale installations or projects tied to architectural timelines, earlier is always beneficial so that we can coordinate with your wider team.

What does the commission process involve?

After an initial conversation, we share a tailored proposal outlining concepts, materials, scale, budget, and timeline. Once agreed, we move through concept refinement, making, and installation guidance, keeping you closely updated at each stage.

Can we visit the studio in Leeds?

Yes. Studio visits are available by appointment for collectors, curators, and collaborators. Use the contact form below to request a visit and share your focus—commissions, existing works, or exhibitions—so we can prepare accordingly.

Do you work with international clients?

We regularly collaborate with clients and partners outside the UK. Concept development and check-ins can happen remotely, with detailed guidance for shipping, installation, and aftercare in your location.

What budget range do you work within?

Budgets vary by scale and complexity, from smaller single works to multi-site installations. Once we understand your space and objectives, we can advise whether your budget aligns with a new commission, existing work, or a combination.

Can you advise on existing collections?

Yes. We can help integrate new works into existing collections, advise on placement and sequencing, and explore commissions that respond to key pieces you already live or work with.

Contact & Booking

Connect with LOOP & FORM LTD to discuss commissions, exhibitions, or collaborations, or to schedule a visit to our Leeds studio.

Studio location
Fabrication 2, Hereford House,
6 Edward Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire,
United Kingdom, LS2 7NT

Email
[email protected]

Phone
+44 7350 8162 72

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