WHAT IS THE LAB MAG?
The Lab Mag brings original experiences to curious minds. We create events, discover music, make films and publish magazines. Our collectible biannual print editions are made with the utmost care and quality, and each one explores a new theme. The Lab Mag celebrates the work of established and emerging artists from around the globe as well as cultural czars, designers, musicians, filmmakers, creators, free thinkers, rebellious spirits and pioneers in contemporary culture. The Lab Mag is a catalyst. A reminder that the world is full of wonder and our reason for being is to keep the flame of curiosity burning.
OUR MANIFESTO
To create original experiences for curious minds. To be bold in our work, to ignite thought and to always inspire those who enter our world. To give a voice of total freedom to the architects of the imagination, a diverse group of artists and technicians. To collaborate with honesty, inventiveness, dignity and grace. To hold a true purpose and to never be self serving. To create a physical embodiment of the laboratory. To build a community of like minds. To support artists who need a forum to experiment, exhibit and share their vision. Through our collaborations we seek to provoke, amuse and improve the world we live in.
WHO’S RESPONSIBLE?
Founded in 1993, The Laboratory Arts Collective is the brainchild of Nigel Daly OBE and writer-filmmaker Louise Salter.
Nigel DALY OBE is the co-founder of The Laboratory Arts Collective. He is the publisher of The Lab Mag. Daly is involved in the film industry and the publishing world. He works alongside Salter in creating everything Laboratory.
Louise SALTER is the artistic director of The Laboratory Arts Collective. She is also the Editor-in-Chief of The Lab Mag. Salter is one half of the directing duo Salter & Kihlstedt, a female run production company.
The TEAM
An incredible group of people make the Laboratory a reality. Print lovers, working tirelessly for our collective passion. Meet the Team HERE.
IT’S A COLLECTIVE
We would be nothing without our members, so we give them first priority to our events, biannual limited edition print issues, unlimited online access to all Lab Mag content, and exclusive access to our Cabinet of Curiosities, a weekly collection of artistic activity and various inspirations. Want in?
The Laboratory has wonderful partnerships and believes in the power of collaboration.
WHERE IN THE WORLD?
Although we are an international collective operating across the globe, our current home is a multifunctional space in the heart of Hollywood, located in the famous Crossroads of the World. The Lab Mag is housed in the former studio of The Millinery Guild, where Montez created astonishing hats for celebrities and fashionistas.
The Laboratory Studio is a space where our friends and creative partners gather to share ideas and work together. We host a variety of events, exhibitions, lectures, workshops, pop up shops, dinners, photo shoots, interviews and make magic for our members. And check out our stockists page.
The Laboratory Gallery otherwise known as The Smallest Gallery in the World is literally 100 feet away from our studio. A window into our universe showcasing artists work and Laboratory happenings.
