David Appleyard

Since establishing his practice in 2007, David Appleyard has developed a substantial portfolio that includes studio projects, site-specific works, and curatorial events across the United Kingdom. Each project has introduced distinct narratives and challenges, contributing to a diverse and evolving body of work.

At the core of Appleyard’s practice is storytelling through objects and installations imbued with symbolic and historical meaning. His projects span sculpture, found objects, architectural interventions, time-based works, engagement activities, and printed media. By utilising a broad array of materials and processes, he has created a wide range of temporary and permanent artworks of varying scale across the UK.

A hallmark of his output is a meticulous, research-driven approach that fosters collaboration with individuals, local organisations, craftspeople, and manufacturers. These partnerships facilitate the exchange of ideas within communities. His work often integrates historical narratives, contextual influences, satire, and reflections on our place in the world. Effectively conveying a sense of collective heritage and shared human experience.

Appleyard also brings extensive experience in public and private art commissioning and has contributed to several large-scale heritage projects.

A CV is available upon request.

Clients include:

Natural Resources Wales

BEAM (Public Arts)

Arts Council England

Arts Council of Wales 

Arts and Heritage

20-21 Visual Arts Centre

Normanby Hall Country Park

S1 Artspace

Dallas Pierce and Quintero (DPQ)

Wakefield Museums & Castles

CA Ventures

Noble Design and Build

McAleer & Rushe

TwentySix 

AXIS Architecture

Watkin Jones and Son Ltd 

Central Bedfordshire Council 

Norton Priory Museum and Gardens 

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council 

University of Sheffield 

ZVI Construction Co. LLC 

Sheffield Hallam University 

Yorkshire ArtSpace Society

Sheffield Museums 

Sheffield Business Park 

Sheffield City Council

West Bletchley Council

Sanctuary Care Homes 

Barnsley Civic

Platform Gallery

Studio 459 (Portugal)

Chester Zoo

Wales Coast Path

CA Ventures

Rise Homes

Zoe Spowage

Paul Housley

St William