--- title: "My Custom Metal Sculpture Process: From Studio Sketch to Installation" description: "Discover my step-by-step metal sculpture process. From digital mockups and material selection to professional installation, I work with you to create custom stainless steel art for your space." canonical: https://mytribe.in/hiteshgilder/custom-sculpture-commissions/the-process-from-studio-sketch-to-final-installation last_updated: 2026-02-10 --- # My Metal Art Installation Process: From Studio to Your Wall Tribe Verified · Expert metal art installation across Mumbai By [Hitesh Gilder](https://mytribe.in/hiteshgilder) · Takes commissions and installs across India · ₹60K Per Artwork (estimate) Part of [Custom Sculpture Commissions](https://mytribe.in/hiteshgilder/custom-sculpture-commissions). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/hiteshgilder/custom-sculpture-commissions/gallery) Creating a custom sculpture is a partnership. Here is how I collaborate with you to transform a raw vision into a finished, installed piece of metal art. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Behind the scenes at the India Art Festival, setting up my new works with the team from The Curators Art. The installation process requires precision and teamwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ae3b3c30-c3da-4b9c-a0fc-38d8d11bcc82) - [Video: This video documents the installation of a custom Meteor wall sculpture in a client's beautiful home. From unboxing to the final placement, every step is handled with care.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36b33f7a-f117-46bf-b6fa-6d1640b0f24e) - [Video: The installation of a butterfly sculpture in a client's home. It's a collaborative effort to ensure the piece is perfectly positioned.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8275613b-126b-4bbd-bc80-4b6f04a67061) - [Video: Another angle of the butterfly installation process, showing the team carefully mounting the artwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ee50659d-e1f2-4675-8701-98455958312a) - ![Standing next to my artist bio and the description for my sculpture "Eclipse" at the India Art Festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b08f5472-7650-43e3-be00-3151a515ec4a) - [Video: The installation of a new butterfly artwork at The Designera gallery. It's always exciting to see a piece find its place on the wall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eff6475b-e3d9-4025-858a-ec7237c24cb0) - ![A sneak peek from my studio, working with new colors and materials. This is where experimentation happens.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f3a4c2b6-a0ab-4eaf-a127-f802eb51ef0f) - ![The team installing a silver and blue Meteor piece in a client's home, designed in collaboration with MJ Architects.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e7342d0-355a-4b2d-8031-6fa4de8d1d28) - ![The finished installation, perfectly complementing the minimalist furniture and striped rug.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/35e676b9-7154-4b47-8750-89d52f3c2c18) - ![A before-and-after style shot, showing a close-up of the sculpture and the final wide view in the room.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97c2680a-1640-4f75-a5d2-599f6176acc4) - [Video: A close-up video of the silver and blue Meteor piece right after installation, capturing its pristine, reflective surface.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/441b03cc-a52d-41dc-8f7b-7fa8d871f5c6) - [Video: This video shows the challenging installation of a massive 7-foot custom stainless steel ring sculpture on a rooftop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aed58446-d0d9-461a-b04a-216bcc6e7ee3) - ![Experimenting with new color combinations in the studio. This deep red and inky blue is a new direction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4127dc15-d7b3-4ab0-a8c7-36c3104b2878) - [Video: A video showing the final installation of a 13-foot black and golden stainless steel wall sculpture for a client in Mumbai.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f28ef5eb-f7bf-4231-b207-c4326213f73c) - ![With the happy clients in front of their newly installed 13-foot custom wall sculpture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/440ceb70-8a8d-4ed5-be46-2161a4890c86) - ![The full three-panel black and gold sculpture, stretching across the wall to create a dramatic, panoramic artwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c3162b9-3019-45bf-bfe3-83e248d8006b) - ![The installation process begins for a huge 13-foot sculpture. Here you can see one panel on the wall and another waiting on the floor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6babbd6b-b4fa-468d-b119-3cb419aad3dc) - ![The team works together to lift and position the large, heavy panels of the steel sculpture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b2ce016-d538-4541-81a3-fc623b99cfee) - ![Carefully aligning the multiple panels of the wall installation is a critical step.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf690371-ef3c-437d-ac5a-920590ca43ac) - ![A wide shot of the installation in progress, showing the scale of the artwork and the effort involved.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/df7397ac-1b0f-4d41-be47-4f99d067766b) - ![Something new and big is on its way. A 7-foot sculpture, carefully wrapped for transport to the installation site.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d37fc8d3-beb2-46f0-8127-26a72c6d4f76) ## About The Process: From Studio Sketch to Final Installation I do not just deliver a sculpture and leave. My process starts with a site study to understand your lighting, wall texture, and furniture layout. For custom projects, I coordinate directly with your architect to handle structural ribbing and weight-bearing requirements, ensuring your installation is secure and perfectly positioned. ### The Collaborative Journey A custom sculpture is a dialogue between your vision and my medium. Because I work primarily with stainless steel, technical precision is just as important as the aesthetic. ### Step 1: Concept & Consultation We start with a conversation about your space. I want to understand what you are trying to evoke—is it the raw power of a bull or the fluidity of a cosmic meteor? If you have an interior designer or architect, I prefer to sync with them early. This prevents issues with mounting hardware or wall capacity later. ### Step 2: Visualizing the Final Look Before I touch the metal, I provide digital mockups. I overlay the proposed sculpture onto a photo of your wall. This gives you a clear sense of scale, color finish, and how the piece interacts with your furniture. It removes the guesswork about whether a 4-foot or 8-foot piece is right for your room. ### Step 3: Fabrication & Logistics Everything happens in my studio. I hand-fold the stainless steel, which creates that fluid, reflective look. If you are ordering a large-scale piece, I design it in segmented parts. This is a practical necessity so that the sculpture can be transported through your building's elevators and staircases without damage. ### Step 4: Installation Installation is where the artwork meets the wall. I bring my own team of technicians to handle the heavy lifting. We use concealed mounts for a floating effect and ensure the piece is perfectly leveled and secure, especially on premium surfaces like Italian marble or veneer. The final step is always on-site tuning, adjusting the angles to ensure the light and shadow interplay is exactly as intended. ## About Hitesh Gilder I transitioned from a business background to sculpting, driven by the urge to transform rigid steel into something fluid. I collaborate closely with you to ensure every piece doesn't just hang on a wall, but becomes part of your home's character. 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