pete moorhouse

Artists that have had a strong influence on Pete Moorhouse`s work include Caro Brancusi, Gonzales and Chillida.

"We are absolutely delighted with our sculptures, they look amazing. The weather today is just glorious, allowing me to take in the changes, what with the shadows and reflections, they look different from every angle, each time you look at them, fantastic!"

Shirley Williams, Cornwall

“Moorhouse’s work is restrained and rigorous. It is deliberately kept minimal avoiding superfluous ornamentation and distracting effects and thus has a strong impact and communicates clearly. The influence of Minimalism is particularly evident with their strict geometries, seriality and preference for monochromaticism, which emphasise the works form and content”

Museum of Modern Art, Wales.

“Pete worked on the Luton Dunstable Busway project for 18 months. This was a project to create five large public artworks reflecting elements of contemporary history. As part of the project he organised and delivered a series of workshops for local schools. Pete also conducted a number of public consultations with the local community.

Pete is very organised and professional. He takes initiative and has a good overview of the public art process. He was very good at communication with all stakeholders involved.

Pete delivered five outstanding large scale stainless steel sculpture. The designs were striking and reflected the theme very well. Pete also listened and incorporated elements into the design from the workshops and consultations. The sculptures were fabricated to an extremely high standard, produced on time and delivered great value for money.

The installation of the artworks went very smoothly and they have now become part of the local landscape. Pete documented the whole project on a dedicated website that he created which was a great way to keep the entire process visible and engaging.

It was a pleasure to work with Pete on this project and we would highly recommend him for other Public Art projects.”

Emma Van Nieuwenburgh, Arts Development Officer – Central Bedfordshire Council

“Thanks to Pete for all his hard work and perseverance in completing this project for us. The schools he worked with were truly enthused by his approach and the opportunity to see their work installed on the cycle track. He really worked over and above the original brief to ensure the best outcome possible.”

Alison Catlin, Arts Development Officer, South Gloucestershire Council.

"Peter was selected for the Hamworthy Library commission on the evidence and quality of his diverse practice in previous commissions and the range of his concepts and designs employed. His approach to school and community workshops was refreshing and his methods of creative involvement; effective and inspiring during the project’s concept design stages. This preparatory work enabled Peter to design a series of bold and striking interventions which have been installed both inside the building and within the landscaped area outside. The selection panel found Peter a pleasure to work with, due to his organisational skills and professionalism and we have been very pleased with the value for money that his involvement in this commission has demonstrated."

Nicky Whittingham Public Art Officer Borough of Poole

Selection of Commissioned Work
Hamworthy Library, Poole 2009/10 work in progress
Wall Mural - Coniston School, Bristol 2009 work in progress
Ecole d`Humanite, International School, Switzerland 2009/10 work in progress
Gateway Sculpture 2009 Frenchay Hospital Bristol
Waiting room Installation 2009 - Horfield Health Centre, Bristol
Gateway Entrance 2009 - Ashley Down Junior School. Bristol
Fox Gateway Sculpture 2009 Friends of Fox Park. Bristol
Mistral 2008 Camers Estate, Gloucestershire
Tree 2008 Filton Avenue Children`s Centre
Elan 2007, Ivybridge Business Centre, Devon
Resonance 2007 Private Commission for Bitthams Estate, Cornwall
Human Circle 2007 Thurgham Court, Gloucestershire
Together 2007 Ashley Down School, Bristol
Angel#2 2007, Plas Dolguog Hotel, Machynlleth, Wales

Angel 2005, Matara Spiritual Centre, Gloucestershire

Four Arcs 2004, Newark Park National Trust

Recycling 2003 Bristol City Council

Palm 2003 Unilever, International Management Centre, London

Protection 2002, Bristol Botanical Gardens.

I am a professional sculptor who runs sculpture workshops, for key stages 1-4, that lead to pupils creating a permanent artwork. I work in collaboration with pupils to design high quality artwork - sculpture, wall relief or text based work made in steel or other metals for the school grounds/buildings. For the pupils it is a wonderful opportunity for them to take ownership of a project that has an end product and that can visually enhance their school environment.

Three Cats 2002, Private Commission, Bristol Triptych 2006, Private Commission Bristol.

LPC International Youth summer programme Switzerland 1999-2009 Filton Avenue Children`s Centre Bristol 2008-10.