Business / Industry:
Painted Productions and Public Art
Title:
Director and Lead Artist
Key Responsibilities
Project management and planning
Overseeing and leading production teams
Artworking and design
Client handling
Website and socials
Content generation
Staffing, training and wages
Absolutely Studio
Director & Lead Artist
2020 - 2025 • London
Absolutely Studio was a mural production team specialising in large-scale painted artworks and creative fabrication for global artists, brands, and public institutions.
As Director and Lead Artist, I managed all aspects of production from concept development and technical planning to large-scale installation, delivering landmark artworks across the UK, Europe, and the USA.
I was also responsible for all areas of the studio’s operations, including client development, budgeting, invoicing, and marketing.
Selected commissions continue to be accepted.
Key Responsibilities
• Directed mural production workflows, managing projects from pitch to installation.
• Coordinated with artist studios, councils, public bodies, and private clients to deliver large-scale commissions.
• Oversaw fabrication logistics, supplier management, and on-site technical execution.
• Designed scalable production systems to manage simultaneous large projects efficiently.
• Led a multidisciplinary team of artists and assistants, fostering collaboration and consistency in creative quality.
• Managed the studio end-to-end as a commercial business, covering client development, project delivery, and financial operations.
• Developed creative proposals and pitch decks for partnerships, brand campaigns, and public tenders.
Key Achievements
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Painted the course graphics for the Paris 2024 Olympic Skateboarding events. Coordinated with international organisers to deliver a large-scale visual identity seen by a global audience, establishing the studio’s presence on a global stage.
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Produced the first artistic air-purifying mural in the UK, using Airlite’s innovative technology to combine creative expression with environmental impact. This project showcased how sustainable materials can redefine the possibilities of large-scale public art.
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Delivered large-scale projects for clients including NBA, NFL, Tate, Lego, Footlocker, FIFA, EMI Records, Pernod Ricard, and The Lowry. These collaborations expanded the studio’s international reach and demonstrated its ability to produce high-profile, design-led outcomes.
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Worked closely with renowned visual artists to translate studio concepts into technically complex murals, maintaining artistic integrity through precision production. Mentored emerging artists and assistants, providing technical guidance and creative development to support independent growth.
