Pitt was creating a sculpture at British artist Thomas Houseago's Frogtown studio, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Houseago, a well-known sculptor has many fans, including Red Hot Chili Peppers' Anthony Kiedis and Flea.
The source added that Pitt, who had been building a substantial art collection with ex-wife Angelina Jolie, had been at it for nearly 10 days.
Attempts to reach Houseago's studio were unsuccessful. A representative for Pitt didn't respond to a request for comment.
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