Sarah Liptrot – Artist & Carver

I specialise in traditional and contemporary woodcarving, including heraldic and figurative carving, architectural ornament, letter cutting, restoration, painting, and gilding.

Stephenson Coat of Arms – an imagined design depicting the history of the client. Designed in consultation with the client.
Two identical plaques carved in pear wood.

Bespoke artwork & restoration

Contact me to create a sculpture or relief carving.

Ask for advice regarding a restoration project.

Renovation and restoration

I am traditionally trained and experienced with replacement historic carving, aging techniques, painting & gilding.

Design & Estimations

After an initial consultation, detailed drawings (if necessary, sketch models also) will be made with estimated costings.

Material Choices

All wood is sustainably and responsibly sourced. I also carve stone, and model in clay, wax, and plaster. Any final work can be cast in bronze or other materials.

Project Management

Any size of installation undertaken. Connections with other professionals who can assist.

Creative Solutions

My artistic background allows greater freedom of expression for original contemporary pieces,

An array of skills & knowledge

A lifetime’s experience gained from working in restoration, building renovation & art installations

Landmark Trust

Queen Anne’s Summer House.

I created a new design based on researched historical evidence of architectural brackets of the time. Both carvings were installed in a new entrance surround.

Painted Quebec Yellow Pine.

Exhibition of Woodcarving at Careers Exhibition for School Leavers

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“Sarah Liptrot has a fantastic creative mind and I very pleased with my coat of arms.”

Andrew Scott Esq,

previous Prime Warden at Fishmongers’ Hall, London

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