James McLoughlin
Irish Sculptor
James creates contemporary sculpture rooted in traditional craftsmanship, working in stone, bronze, and wood.
Known for his precision and sensitivity to material, James has a particular talent for creating life like pieces, as well as abstract and figurative works that showcase his innate talent and personal artistic style. His sculptures are informed by the great masters, yet unmistakably his own, each piece reflecting a dialogue between the traditional craft of sculpture paired with James’ contemporary vision.
James’s work can be found both locally and internationally, from public installations in the streets of Cobh to private collections abroad.
Contemporary Irish Sculptor
James McLoughlin is an award-winning Irish sculptor creating contemporary art sculpture from his studio in Cobh, County Cork. Working in stone, bronze, and wood, he uses traditional hand tools to carve every piece, shaping each work with a unique artistry that he has developed over years of practice.
Fine Art Sculptures
Explore James McLoughlin’s fine art sculptures in bronze, wood, and stone.
Bronze Sculpture
James’s bronze works include figurative pieces and animal sculptures that capture movement and character with fine detail. His bronze art has been exhibited widely and collected both in Ireland and abroad.
Woodcarvings and Wood Sculpture
carved from native Irish hardwoods, James’s wood sculptures often take on abstract and contemporary forms. These works highlight natural grains and textures, resulting in modern wood sculpture with a strong sense of place.
Stone Sculpture
From monumental commissions to smaller gallery pieces, James creates powerful stone works that combine traditional carving methods with a contemporary sculpture style. His pieces demonstrate both strength and refinement.
Meet the Sculptor
James McLoughlin began his journey as an artist in Lebanon where he was stationed as a United Nations Peacekeeper. During downtime, he would spend hours witling away with a small knife and scarp pieces of wood. With no prior training or experience other than those hours messing about with knife and wood, James won a scholarship based on his own natural talent to the prestigious City and Guild of London Art School. His artists abilities flourished there, surrounded by art, teachers, and other students who were just as passionate as he was. It was at school that he discovered his passion for life size sculpture which he has been able to share with his hometown through the commissioning a sculpture of Sonia O’Sullivan which now graces the streets of Cobh.
James is inspired by the works of The Great Masters including Michelangelo, Bernini, and Giambologna but through his own practice, he has developed a style that is uniquely his own and can be seen in all the work he produces from the bronze animal sculpture he completed for Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Ruler of Dubai, to his bespoke hand carved headstones.
Custom Fine Art Commissions
James welcomes enquiries for commissioned work, whether for a private collection, a public space, or a business setting. The process is simple and collaborative: a conversation about your ideas, a design proposal, and finally the creation of a unique piece made entirely by hand.
Every commission is approached with care and precision, whether it’s a contemporary Irish sculpture for a gallery or a site-specific installation designed to reflect its environment.
Hand Carved Memorials
In addition to his fine art sculptures, James creates hand-carved memorials. These are crafted in natural stone using traditional tools, with the same attention to detail and respect for the material that he brings to his artworks. Each piece is designed in close collaboration with families to create a fitting and personal tribute.
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