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Dazzling illuminated art trail installed in London

Captivating art trail installed

Art of London, the award-winning cultural initiative, returns with Art After Dark, a free late-night arts program showcasing a spectacular neon public art installation by acclaimed artist Chila Kumari Singh Burman MBE, alongside over 16 West End galleries that will stay open late.

Chila Burman has unveiled 14 glowing artworks, including eight new commissions specially for Leicester Square Gardens towering nearly ten feet high. Titled There Is No Darkness in the Garden of Light, the public artworks were on display in the capital’s entertainment district. The stunning illuminated features were expertly installed by placemaking experts at Field and Lawn.

About the artwork

Reflecting Chila Burman’s Indian heritage and inspired by London’s diverse communities, Chila Burman’s creations include radiant representations of Indian deities like Laxmi and Ganesh, a whimsical underwater scene with fish and seashells, as well as icons of South Asian femininity and a magical, Barbie-inspired figure.

Debuting ahead of Diwali, Burman’s installation includes a hypnotic trail of fluorescent artworks exhibited around Leicester Square including neons embellishing the front of London Trocadero, The Hippodrome Casino, Westminster Reference Library and The Londoner hotel. Burman’s illuminated artworks include Dragon, Phoenix, Flamingos, Mermaid, Hanging Monkey and Ice-Cream Cone.

The head-turning art pays homage to iconic local landmarks, such as the water fountains of Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square Gardens, while also connecting with William Shakespeare whose statue stands as a centrepiece in the gardens. Shakespeare’s quote, ‘There is no darkness but ignorance,” inscribed on the fountain featuring his statue, reflects Burman’s philosophy as an artist.

Art After Dark is perfect for a night out with friends or a date, visitors can discover guided tours hosted by arts experts visiting independent arthouses including the Stern Pissarro Gallery, Saatchi Yates, Cristea Roberts Gallery, and Skarstedt. Coinciding with Frieze London, these galleries will remain open late on Thursday October 10th, whilst the Royal Academy of Art, The National Gallery, and National Portrait Gallery will stay open late on Friday 11th October, featuring groundbreaking exhibitions to hop around.

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Chila Kumari Singh Burman MBE, said: “I’m made up to unveil my vibrant neon installation, There Is No Darkness in the Garden of Light. Through a series of glowing artworks, I invite people to experience the West End at night and discover how I pay homage to iconic figures of Indian feminism and landmarks like the water fountain in Leicester Square Gardens, to spread joy and celebrate London’s diverse communities.”

Kirsty Tullett-Jones, Director of Marketing and Communications, Art of London, said: “Art After Dark returns bigger than ever before, inviting culture seekers to explore the West End’s spectacular exhibitions, bars, and restaurants. Chila Burman’s neon installations beautifully capture the enchanting energy of the area, and we hope it inspires visitors as they experience this trail of illuminated art.”

About Art After Dark In London

Art After Dark is part of Art of London’s commitment to showcasing art in every form, delivered by Heart of London Business Alliance in collaboration with Westminster City Council. Culture seekers can discover a canvas of artistic expression shaped by deities from the artist’s childhood, figures of Indian feminism, and the West End’s renowned restaurants, bars, and theatre shows using Art of London’s handy online guides. With exclusive deals and discounts available, there’s an unforgettable experience for art enthusiasts and those simply looking to experience the city’s vibrant cultural scene.

Field and Lawn can support with complex outdoor art installations.

About Field and Lawn

Field and Lawn are one of the leading placemaking providers in the UK. With four regional branches, we provide a nationwide service. Our experienced team can assist in a wide range of placemaking projects from conception, fabrication and installation.

Photo Credits: Heart of London Business Alliance

Introducing Our Ready to Hire Christmas Lighting Range

Posted on 24 Jul15 Jul by Mathew Hall

ready to hire christmas lighting

Are you ready to brighten up your town centre, high street or shopping centre this winter? We are thrilled to introduce our commercial christmas lighting brochure featuring a stunning collection of ready to hire commercial Christmas lights. These high-quality, nearly new lighting solutions are sure to bring festive joy! Inside you will find:

• Standout festive features
• Stunning cross street decorations
• Elegant lamp post column motifs
• Enchanting festoon and icicle lighting
• Immersive lighting trail features

All the products featured are available for hire this year and can be delivered across the UK.

Save time and money with ex-display

There is no doubt that budgets are getting tighter this year. We are also seeing a greater emphasis on sustainability. Nearly new ex-display items offer the perfect balance between cost effectiveness and quality whilst reducing the carbon footprint of festive lighting displays. If sustainability is a key factor, you will be pleased to know Field and Lawn are on a Net Zero pathway. So, why choose our ex-hire festive lighting?

• Cost-Effective: Significant savings compared to new purchases.
• Sustainability: Extend the life cycle of Christmas lighting
• Quality: Professionally maintained and ready to dazzle.
• Fast: No long lead times and we can deliver across the UK

Explore our full range of refurbished commercial Christmas decorations and Christmas lights available for 2025 and download the Darker Nights brochure.

We simply couldn’t squeeze everything into the brochure! If you are looking for something specific and can’t find it inside, please contact your local branch. No matter the occasion, location or budget, we can provide a bespoke solution.

Our Project Managers will help you at every stage from finding the best feature to suit your theme to planning, installation and maintenance. If something has caught your eye, please contact us as soon as possible for the latest availability. Our stock is constantly changing so its best to contact us directly for the most up to date availability.

Refurbished, tested and ready for you

Our commitment to quality sets us apart and a crucial step in our service is ensuring that all our festive lighting products are tested, safe and ready to hire. We give every light and fixture a thorough inspection, ensuring they are in perfect condition. This includes the important PAT test, and our head electrician leads that operation.

We can help make the darker nights sparkle this winter

A striking collection of new placemaking flags installed

Posted on 11 Jun11 Jun by Mathew Hall

art in the heart of the city

Art of London and Art in Mayfair, in partnership with the Royal Academy of Arts, have revealed a vibrant aerial display across the West End featuring over 60 flags. Unveiled today and soaring throughout the summer, the public art adorns the skies above Piccadilly and Bond Street, showcasing the talent and diverse artistry of RA Schools alumni and students.

Titled ‘Rainbow Flags’, the innovative artwork on Piccadilly supported by Art of London features a stunning array of vibrant colours, where the edges blur and fold into each other to symbolise the diversity of LGBTQ+ identities. Faramawy masterfully uses colour and soft contours to reinvent the traditional Pride flag and make it more inclusive, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. Adham Faramawy, a distinguished graduate of the prestigious RA Schools, created the artwork from which these flags have been based, whilst a student at the RA Schools.

‘Rainbow Flags’ by Adham Faramawy, Piccadilly.

Celebrating diversity

On 29 June, as tens of thousands of people parade down Piccadilly, the 25 flags in the sky invite members of the public to embrace unity and celebrate diversity. In partnership with Heart of London Business Alliance and supported by Westminster City Council, Art of London’s ‘Rainbow Flags’, soaring from 10 June until 1 September also hint at several headline public arts commissions and events with prestigious institutions across the West End.

Art in Mayfair

In parallel, the Art in Mayfair campaign features striking flag designs by Lizzie Munn, a current student at the RA Schools who will graduate in 2024. This commission, now an annual highlight of Art in Mayfair, is a significant recognition of emerging talent in the art world. Munn’s work entitled ‘The sun speaks’ on view from 10 June until 7 July takes the form of large-scale print-based installations, which are often shaped by their environment and will hang across Bond Street. Munn will be presenting works at the RA Schools Show 2024, which will be open from 14 June – 30 June 2024.

‘The sun speaks’ by Lizzie Munn, Bond Street

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Adham Faramawy, Artist, said: “It is an honour to unveil ‘Rainbow Flags’ in the West End. I look forward to seeing the art soar above the streets this summer as a celebration of the reopening of the RA Schools and as a backdrop to Pride in London.”

Lizzie Munn, Artist, said: “I’m excited to be involved with this year’s Art in Mayfair and to create asprawling artwork with the sky as its backdrop. Populated by two visually high-pitched colours, I’ve employed both elements as active materials which are responsive to their site and conditions. The work will be constantly in flux, and always seen anew.”

Mark Williams, Director of Art of London, said: “Every year we look forward to bringing new and exciting public art to the streets of the West End for all to enjoy. We’re thrilled to kick start this in 2024 ahead of the iconic Pride in London with such bright and beautiful flags designed by Adham Faramawy, to reflect the diversity in the heart of the West End.”

Katie Thomas, Associate Director of Bond Street & Mayfair at New West End Company said: “With the backing of the Royal Academy of Arts, Art in Mayfair continues to flourish and grow, becoming a catalyst for inspiring brands throughout this unique destination to forge exceptional art collaborations, mini-exhibitions, showcases, and events. Our collaboration with the gifted young artist Lizzie Munn this year has been especially fulfilling, highlighting the significance of the RA Schools as they cultivate, nurture, and champion the next generation of artists in the Capital.”

The RA schools, founded in 1769, is the longest established school of fine art in the UK and remains free and independent with places awarded to artists based on merit. The recent restoration and renewal project of the RA Schools has delivered fully accessible state-of-the-art facilities for the next generation of artists, while also carefully preserving the rich heritage of the buildings.

Field and Lawn can support with complex outdoor art installations.

Culture seekers can also discover a raft of spectacular arts destinations to visit using Art of London’s handy online guides, filled with world-class art galleries, theatres, museums, institutions and pop-ups to explore in the West End.

About Field and Lawn

Field and Lawn are one of the leading placemaking providers in the UK. With four regional branches, we provide a nationwide service. Our experienced team can assist in a wide range of placemaking projects.

Photo Credits: Heart of London Business Alliance

Art of London unveils bold new banner flags: Placemaking and city dressing

Posted on 13 Jun13 Jun by Mathew Hall

artistic banner flags installed

London’s iconic Piccadilly Circus has been transformed by of a collection of bold geometric, large scale outdoor banner flags. Created by London-based artist Rana Begum in collaboration with Art of London and the Royal Academy of Arts. The display marks the start of the Art of London’s exciting outdoor event Summer Season, titled “The Art of Entertainment.”

Field and Lawn, supported the team with expert installation. The flags feature tiled mosaic patterns that bring a sense of movement and energy to the streets of the West End. Rana Begum’s designs aim to capture the theme of “Art of Entertainment”. The flags will hang high above Piccadilly until the end of August.

The flags play a crucial role in placemaking and city dressing. Placemaking involves transforming public spaces into vibrant, engaging, and inclusive areas that reflect the identity and character of the community. Banners, flags, and bunting can be a colourful and cost-effective way of promoting your brand or event or enhancing the local area.

Field and lawn banner flag installation

Field and Lawn are experts in city dressing. We can supply and install a range of different sized banners or custom flags in PVC, fabric, and mesh materials. These can be erected as cross street displays, on lamp columns or attached to building façades. We can assist with your planning, permits and advertising consents, as well as take care of all infrastructure requirements from installation through to removal.

By incorporating public art installations like the flags in Piccadilly, Art of London aims to create a sense of place that delivers community engagement, cultural expression and enhanced footfall and dwell time in the city.

Artistic Flags

Art of London’s commitment to showcasing art in every form is exemplified by their Gallery Without Walls project. This initiative transforms the West End into a hub of creative expression, seamlessly integrating art into various facets of urban life, including institutions, theatres, retail spaces, and even the streets themselves. The flags in Piccadilly are a testament to the power of art in transforming public spaces into dynamic and visually stimulating environments.

Moreover, the flag installation aligns with London’s Art After Dark program, which promotes evening access to art institutions and independent galleries. This program allows art enthusiasts to explore exhibitions beyond regular opening hours, creating opportunities for a broader audience to engage with art and culture.They give a platform for artists to showcase work and deliver an instant press and publicity opportunity. The benefits of art installations like this is long term, providing a long-lasting social media opportunity.

Field and Lawn can support with complex outdoor art installation.

The response to Rana Begum’s flags has been overwhelmingly positive, with Jo Prosser, a director at the Royal Academy of Arts, praising the installation as a fantastic welcome to the West End. By infusing the cityscape with art, these flags not only enhance the visual appeal of Piccadilly Circus but also contribute to a vibrant and culturally rich atmosphere.

About Field and Lawn

Field and Lawn are one of the leading placemaking and city dressing providers in the UK. With four regional branches across, we provide a nationwide service. Our experienced team can assist in a wide range of placemaking projects. In addition to the artistic flags, we have recently installed Coronation flags and Pride flags in key locations. Beyond placemaking, we also provide festive lighting services, event marquees and temporary buildings.