These Antony Gormley Sculptures Connect Geography with the Human Form
Riley von Niessen — October 4, 2016 — Art & Design
References: antonygormley & designboom
Taking into consideration the severe impact that the human race has on the Earth, these Antony Gormley sculptures creatively depict this concept by twisting people into the structures that are put up.
The British artist included these artworks in an exhibit, which was dubbed 'Fit,' in partnership with the White Cube Gallery. In it, a total of 500 Antony Gormley sculptures are contained, which were made over the course of two years. When asked about a component of the exhibit that shows many of the block-like human forms laying closely next to one another, called the 'Sleeping Field/' The artist explained the project by saying "The whole show is all about us; humans and society, right now and the ‘Sleeping Field’ is a main part of this idea."
He continued this by saying "It is about the forces that are effecting cities, not just London but around the world. We have even greater divisions between the rich and the poor, and ever bigger corporation interests that are in contradiction and alien to communities and individual interests."
Photo Credits: designboom, antonygormley
The British artist included these artworks in an exhibit, which was dubbed 'Fit,' in partnership with the White Cube Gallery. In it, a total of 500 Antony Gormley sculptures are contained, which were made over the course of two years. When asked about a component of the exhibit that shows many of the block-like human forms laying closely next to one another, called the 'Sleeping Field/' The artist explained the project by saying "The whole show is all about us; humans and society, right now and the ‘Sleeping Field’ is a main part of this idea."
He continued this by saying "It is about the forces that are effecting cities, not just London but around the world. We have even greater divisions between the rich and the poor, and ever bigger corporation interests that are in contradiction and alien to communities and individual interests."
Photo Credits: designboom, antonygormley
Trend Themes
1. Environmental Art - Artists will continue to create environmentally conscious pieces like the Antony Gormley sculptures, which connect people to the impact they have on the Earth.
2. Sculptural Activism - More artists will combine activism with sculpture to create thought-provoking pieces, similar to how Gormley uses his sculptures to comment on societal issues.
3. Human Geography - Artists will explore how people and geography intersect through sculpture and other mediums, opening up opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration.
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2. Environmental Conservation - Environmental activists can use art to bring attention to the urgent need for conservation, with works like Gormley's sculptures showing how human behavior impacts the planet.
3. Urban Planning - Urban planners can look to art for inspiration in creating sustainable cities that are more inclusive and responsive to community needs.
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