What We Do

We are a vibrant creative art consultancy specialising in commissioning bespoke art for existing and new developments. Our main objective is to create thoughtful, memorable art that transforms public spaces. These site-specific designs create enduring links with the past, present and future. Locations become enriched with meaningful identity, encouraging a sense of place and connecting people to the built environment. So whether it's a single piece or a strategic art masterplan, all our work is bound by the unwavering desire to bring art outside the gallery space to a broad audience.

We aim to make art procurement as simple and enjoyable as possible by managing every detail of the process from initiating concepts through to artist selection, contracts, fabrication, delivery and installation on site. A collaborative approach enables us to work closely with clients, stakeholders, emerging and established artists. We cover a wide variety of sectors including healthcare, workplace, aviation, hospitality and residential.

Our Values

Independence

Art Projects is an independent art consultancy. We are not tied to any artists, fabricators or manufacturers. By these means, we remain free to facilitate the goals of our clients without any conflicts of interest.

Integrity

We have a business approach to design yet are not run by accountants, so your project can be assured of the highest calibre of artistic integrity.

Bespoke

Each project is uniquely responsive to every client's requirerments, enabled by an approach that embraces collaborative, flexible and open-minded thinking.

Experienced

Each project draws upon the highest academic and practical project management skills. A single point of contact throughout the entire process ensures an integrated and friendly service.

Trusted

Our reputation is based upon trust, experience and our proven track record. Our client base is loyal, diverse and has developed over 16 years of business.

Dynamic

Visionary results are delivered with energy, enthusiasm and forensic knowledge.

Samantha Twomey is the founder and Managing Director of Art Projects. Formed in 2001, the company advises corporate and private clients on commissioning and collecting contemporary art. From large-scale strategic art programmes for commercial property developments to small scale projects identifying just one important, focal artwork, no project is too large or small.

Holding a PhD in History of Art (specialising in decorative wrought iron from 1660-1720) and a Diploma in Arts Management, Samantha has advised national and international businesses on art acquisitions including many major banks, law firms and financial service institutions. Samantha has gained extensive experience of the art market through work at the Tate Gallery and Sothebys. With a passion for innovation and continued learning, she is active in many art-related societies including Fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts, and membership of the Association of Art Historians and The Fine Art Trade Guild. A strong belief in “art for all” combined with a hands-on, practical approach, has led Samantha to be involved in several experimental community art projects, often involving large scale public art consultations, resulting in unique public art works.