Stuart Haygarth, the multi-award winning visual artist, was commissioned by DanceEast to create a bespoke work of art for the foyer of the Jerwood DanceHouse.

The brief

To create a piece which:

• Responds to the space
• Reflects to the uses of the building
• Creates visual impact from ground level, above the mezzanine, and outside
• Complements the character and scale of the building, and is appropriate to potential users.

'I propose to create a large scale chandelier composed from materials relating to the site. The work will create atmosphere and drama in the cavernous space and complement the austere industrial interior. Stuart Haygarth

Renowned for his work with found objects and the mastery of light and space, Stuart inspired the panel with his past works and particularly his vision of turning the mundane in to the extraordinary. This and the challenge of creating his largest commission to date were key factors in the judging panel's decision.

Born in Whalley, Lancashire, Haygarth's career started in commercial photography and photographic illustration. Since 2004 he has worked on design projects surrounding the collection of objects, often bringing the banal and overlooked to a new significance, as chandeliers, installation art, functional and sculptural objects.

For more information about the artist visit www.stuarthaygarth.com

The tutus featured in our spectacular foyer chandelier were specially made to design by world renowned tutu manufacturer Grishko, who together with I.D.S/ Grishko UK Ltd, very kindly sponsored part of their cost. 

Photo of DanceEast Academy students. Credit David Parry.