Bespoke Memorials & Fine Art Sculpture

Hand-carved lettering and relief carving - the traditional way

Hello, my name is Matt Loughlin and I am a traditional letter-cutter and stone carver who specialises in making bespoke memorials, fine art, and garden sculpture.

Whether it’s a traditional gravestone, a memorial to a beloved pet, or perhaps a piece of fine art for your home or garden, crafting something meaningful and unique is my goal as an artist and craftsman.

Everything I make is always drawn and carved by hand. In a world overwhelmed with AI and mass production, I believe strongly in making beautiful, handmade things that will last for generations.

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Drawing and carving stone by hand. Traditional stone carver and letter carver. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
Slate garden sculpture standing stone with carved flower decoration. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
Bespoke garden sculpture commission. Hand-carved limestone paving stone. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
Stone picture hand carved in black slate with flowers and lettering. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
Green slate headstone, gravestone, memorial stone. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
Decorative art piece featuring a black bird with a yellow beak and legs, standing in a red flower pot with two red flowers and green leaves, with an arrow going through the bird and a banner above it that says 'Such is life'. Folk art sculpture.

Each piece I make is one of a kind and made to order.

Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.

I draw and carve all of my work by hand, using the traditional hammer and chisel - the old-school way. I take great pride in providing my clients with a low-stress, creative commissioning process, focused on making something truly special. I strive to create meaningful pieces of art that celebrate life, while also adding a bit of beauty and interest to the historical landscape.

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Decorative wall art depicting a cup with three plants growing from it, bas relief sculpture in Carrara marble. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
Carved pebble paperweight sculpture with hand-cut lettering. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
A person carving a design black slatte with a chisel and hammer. Traditional tools and craftsman. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
Slate memorial commission. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, garden sculpture, fine art, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
A gravestone withgothic arch. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, garden sculpture, fine art, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.
Grey slate memorial headstone. Hand-carved gravestones, memorials, garden sculpture, fine art, and lettering in stone. Carved my Matt Loughlin at The Memorial Workshop, based in Somerset, England.

Upcoming Shows & Events

  • Shute Farm Open Studios

    October 3rd - 4th, 2026

    Shute Farm Studios, where I have my workshop, is open to the public from 11am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday, Oct 3rd & 4th.

    Visit our studios, by work, and have a cup of tea with us. We have artists working in stone carving, ceramics, woodworking, painting, sculpture, wallpaper, and interior design.

    A private view with drinks and cheese will be help on Friday, Oct 2nd, from 7-10pm.

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  • Letter-carving Course

    Nov 26th - 29th, 2026

    I will be teaching a 4-day letter-carving course at West Dean College from the 26th-29th of November.

    I make the course very flexible and fun; and it can be tailored to each student’s needs, no matter your experience level.

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The things I make…

  • I draw and hand-carve gravestones, cremation stones, church plaques, as well as commemorative stones and sculptures that can live in your home.

  • I carve original pieces of art that are often shown and sold in galleries, as well as in my own web shop in the Fine Art section.

    I make wall-hanging stones, freestanding sculpture, and prints made from the stones themselves.

  • A growing part of my practice is making pieces that live outside or in a garden. I can make everything from a carved paving stone for path to a standing stone that sits amongst a field of flowers.

  • House signs are often a drab affair, but I try to bring as much creativity and flair to them as I would to a piece of fine art.

    An interesting house sign can not only be very practical, in terms of making your home easier to find, but can add an extra hint of interest and character, as well.

Get in touch

Matt@MemorialWorkshop.com
Mobile/WhatsApp: (+44) 75067 50499