studio INSTAR
At the heart of our creative practice lies a commitment to exploration and authentic connection. Each commission ignites an immersive research, location exploration, and collaborative dialogue, allowing us to cultivate a profound understanding of ecosystems, spaces, species, collections and neighbourhoods.
Our approach nurtures meaningful relationships, collaborations and creative quality. We aim to leave a legacy of transformation and possibility.
We bring a passionate and meticulous methodology to our art making. Through close attention to nuance and detail, we produce thought-provoking, dynamic, and memorable artworks and experiences that captivate and inspire. Whether developing concepts, amplifying a project’s ambitions, or discovering innovative opportunities, our work embodies a harmonious blend of artistic vision and environmental inquiry.
Our practice is inherently multidisciplinary - an alchemy of artistry, environmentalism, and curatorial expertise. This breadth allows us to approach projects holistically, contributing not just as artist producers but also as designers, storytellers, and creative interpreters.
Collaboration is fundamental to our ethos. We partner with scientists, researchers, and campaigners to infuse our work with insight, wonder, and precision. By blending art and science, we create outcomes that bridge disciplines, evoke curiosity, and invite new perspectives on the natural world and our place within it.
Studio INSTAR is based in Nottingham, UK, our practice is sited nationally.
“At the National Forest Company we have worked with INSTAR as part of the programming for the Timber Festival, our flagship annual event to celebrate trees and woods through arts and culture. Timber Festival is based on bringing people closer to nature in an inspiring outdoor setting, so using INSTAR’s creativity and experience was a natural choice. As a creative partner, their innovation and ideas, speed of response and quality of execution mean that we have been surprised and delighted by their work. Where other artists might deliver a service, INSTAR’s approach to co-creation and ability to bring ideas to life, as well as their sheer dedication makes them stand out from the crowd”
-John Everitt, CEO National Forest Company