‘When Forms Come Alive’
7 Feb 2024 – 6 May 2024
Hayward Gallery, London
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
Currently, the Hayward Gallery unveils its latest exhibition, “When Forms Come Alive,” offering a vibrant exploration of sculptural motion. This showcase takes visitors on an exhilarating journey through the dynamic interplay of form and movement, drawing inspiration from sources as diverse as the graceful gestures of dancers to the crashing waves and the intricate patterns of a spider’s web.
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
The exhibition featuring works by 21 international artists, including luminaries: Ruth Asawa, Nairy Baghramian, Phyllida Barlow, Lynda Benglis, Michel Blazy, Paloma Bosquê, Olaf Brzeski, Choi Jeong Hwa, Tara Donovan, DRIFT, Eva Fàbregas, Holly Hendry, EJ Hill, Marguerite Humeau, Jean-Luc Moulène, Senga Nengudi, Ernesto Neto, Martin Puryear, Matthew Ronay, Teresa Solar Abboud and Franz West.
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
The exhibition invites viewers to immerse themselves in a world where sculptural forms seem to pulsate with life. From the postminimalist sculptures of the 1960s and 1970s to contemporary works that challenge traditional notions of monumentality, each piece offers a fresh perspective on the ever-changing nature of the physical world.
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
Through playful distortions of form and unexpected juxtapositions, artists like Olaf Brzeski and Franz West push the boundaries of sculptural expression, inviting viewers to reconsider their perceptions of space and motion. Organic life serves as a central theme for many of the artists, with works inspired by natural forms and processes.
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
Accompanying the exhibition is a richly illustrated catalogue, offering in-depth insights into the artists and their work. With essays by curator Ralph Rugoff and art historian Natalie Rudd, the catalogue provides a comprehensive exploration of the key themes of the show, placing the artists’ work within the context of postminimalism and highlighting the innovative approaches to sculpture over the past six decades.
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
“When Forms Come Alive” is a thrilling exploration of the restless energy of sculptural motion, inviting viewers to experience the world in new and unexpected ways.
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
Exhibition view, ‘When Forms Come Alive’. Hayward Gallery, London, 2024
