Curating Art for Aircraft
With 20 years' expertise in the unique requirements for air-certified art, our curators work with prestigious private clients and contractors to elevate the calibre of aircraft interiors.
Each bespoke artwork is specially developed to meet all aircraft requirements for weight, fire-safety and security fastenings, producing an onboard art collection that is technically sophisticated and effortlessly elegant.
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A Personal Commission
The owner of a Bombardier Global 5000 wanted a complete refurbishment of their aircraft, which was modern, vibrant and reflected a sense of character. Artelier collaborated with Winch Design to deliver the bespoke interior.
An Expressive Interior
A feature wall artwork that covered the entire aft bulkhead was the starting point for the concept. Bold colours and abstract detail would provide an arresting focus in the Owner's Lounge. Finishes and textures across the aircraft were inspired by the artwork.
Artist Collaboration
Artelier commissioned a London-based artist, who painted the original artwork directly onto the aircraft bulkhead. Our curators worked closely with the artist to reimagine his technique and style in entirely air-certified materials.
Abstract Visions
The artist's abstract work is a masterclass in balancing bright, contrasting colours, weaving together dashes of vivid hues. The spontaneous and expressive style is deceptively complex, as the artist practices great control to manipulate the paint's flow.
A Lasting Statement
With exquisite attention to detail, the artwork and interiors together become a contemporary statement, giving the aircraft a unique character. Designed for longevity, the impression will feel fresh and timeless for years to come.
Our Scope of Services
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Art Services for Aircraft Art
Understand the Project Vision
With most aircraft owners living a highly international lifestyle, the private plane becomes an extension of their home.
Artelier takes great care to collaborate closely with project teams that include, aircraft manufacturers, completion centres, interior designers, project managers and client representatives. We consult with project teams to establish key artwork locations and appropriate materials for the aircraft interior.
Artist Research & Concept Development
Curating art to be viewed 30,000 feet requires a trained and specialist team of curators.
Our team conducts thorough, holistic research into potential themes and artworks that consider the aircraft cabin design, whilst respecting the owner’s taste in art and project vision. Artelier’s art advisory has a global network of associates and a database of over 15,000 artists, to ensure a contemporary yet classic collection onboard.
Custom Art Collections
While many aircraft clients have high-value investment art on land, aircraft provide an opportunity for special commissions, such as a custom wall painting.
Due to artwork for aircraft interiors having to conform with significant regulations, Artelier provide specialist expertise in commissioning technically suitable art pieces that also meet the owner’s artistic ambitions and personal taste, as well as the interior design.
Art Logistics & Installation
From start to finish our experienced team project manages the aircraft art collection, including fine art packaging, handling and express dedicated delivery of the art collection to the aircraft completion centre.
We also handle all customs documentation. During installation, our specialised team supervises the handling and installation of each art piece to ensure a safe and optimum curation in the private plane interior.
Certification & Technical Aircraft Expertise
Aircraft interiors and their artworks require significant compliance and certification for safety. This is a unique challenge for art, requiring bespoke solutions.
Artelier has a solid and longstanding track record of developing bespoke artworks for aircraft that achieve all the relevant certification, such as flammability, toxicity, weight, and structural integrity. Artelier often innovates through R&D to create new certified materials for artwork, such as certified bespoke paint mediums for aircraft paintings and murals.
Industry Essays
Explore Artelier's industry essays, where we share our insights into art for prestigious exhibitions and key innovations in the industry.
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Work with Us
"Working with Artelier has been very smooth and easy. They were engaged for a complex Boeing Business Jet project and were very helpful in advising suitable artwork for our project. I look forward to working with them again in the future."
Elizabeth Harvey, Harvey Design
Boeing Business Jet