About Peter Leadbeater
Member of the Society of Designer Craftsman
Personal Statement
In my work I use a range of materials, particularly wood, metal,
glass,
and stone to create bespoke items that fulfil my client’s
requirements.
I produce a range of work from huge outdoor Sculptures to fitted
furniture.
Completed sculptural commissions
Winter
2009 cheese board - commissioned by
Pied a terre 2 star michelin resturant in London
Summer 2009. Youth culture -commissioned by Meops cop youth
centre Southport
Spring 2009. Memorial sculpture- commissioned by a colleagues
at Medway council
Spring
2006 Carmelite Friar – Commissioned
By Maldon Town Council
Spring 2004 'Leaves Standing' - Commissioned by Ashford Borough
Council
Spring 2003 'Log Lizard' - Commissioned by Cambridge City Council
Parks Division. *
Summer 2002 'Tree Tumblers' - Commissioned by Cambridge City
Council Parks Division. *
Spring 2002 'Easter Rabbit' - Commissioned by C.R.A.C.A and
Cambridge City Centre Management.*
Autumn 2001 'Wizard Trees' - Commissioned by private clients.
*
Spring 2001 'Abstract' - Commissioned by Cambridge City Council
Works Department.
Summer 2000 'The Picnic' - Commissioned by Cambridge City Council
Parks Department. *
* These sculptures were collaborative projects with the sculptor
Tina Ashdown
Furniture commissions
Since leaving college I have worked continuously for
private clients creating either sculptural furniture
or free standing and fitted furniture.
Leadbeater and Coe Water Features -
A bespoke range of ornamental and water features made from wood
and silver
Chainsaw events
Throughout the summers of 2004
-2009 I demonstrated chainsaw carving at various shows and
other events.
Exhibitions & Galleries
I have taken part in numerous solo and joint shows
over the last few years and supply work to various galleries
in the South East. I have also had work featured on T.V.
and in several national magazines in the last ten years
Education & Training
B A (Hons) Furniture Design & Craftsmanship
from
Buckinghamshire Chiltern University College 1995 - 1998
Holder of NPTC Chainsaw certificates CS30 and CS3
Links
www.societyofdesignercraftsmen.org.uk
www.folkestoneartists.org.uk
www.spiritsofwood.com
www.pied-a-terre.co.uk
www.environartworks.co.uk
