Michael Speller

After a successful career in business, Michael made a “change of life” decision to pursue his ambition to become a sculptor. He studied at Chelsea College of Fine Art and for the past 10 years has been working from his studio close to Tate Modern at The Sculpture Academy in Southwark, London. His work sells to private collectors around the world.

In his work Michael draws heavily from his own personal experiences, presenting his interpretation of the human condition. Our environment, our families, our neighbours, and the society we live in – all are interlinked and interdependent. As he explores the balance between conflicting forces and emotions, his work is visually striking and reflects a passion and enthusiasm for life.

Michael’s work lends itself to the large scale hence he has been sought to undertake a number of private and public commissions. The largest to date being a 5 m tall bronze which stands as the centrepiece of a new London hospital unit in the borough of Newham and was unveiled by the Secretary of State for Health.

Lloyds TSB is the official banking and insurance partner of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Lloyds TSB is supporting the delivery of the London Olympics through a series of fine art exhibitions which will showcase the work of established and emerging British artists. Exhibitions will take place across the UK throughout the build up to 2012. Michael is delighted to have been chosen to participate in this prestigious programme.