Tim Lythe

Tim Lythe is a British artist and sculptor known for his intricate and often large-scale installations created primarily from cardboard. His work frequently explores themes of ephemerality, structure, and the transformation of mundane materials into complex and aesthetically engaging forms. Lythe's sculptures often mimic architectural elements, natural forms, and geometric patterns, demonstrating a meticulous attention to detail and a mastery of the structural properties of cardboard. He exhibits his work internationally in galleries and museums, and also undertakes site-specific commissions. His process often involves extensive pre-planning and the use of digital tools for design and fabrication, followed by manual assembly and manipulation of the cardboard elements. He is considered a significant figure in contemporary cardboard sculpture.