How can art reshape the way we see and experience spaces? A group of artists in the UK aim to experiment and create a new art form.
A collective of artists is holding their fourth art exhibition that have created a slice of art space to make the art journey more immersive.
This exhibition, called Making Space, is about how art transforms spaces. Through this exhibition, the artists aim to evoke thoughts about the intricate relationship between art and space.
“We aim to foster creativity, inspire dialogue, and connect with diverse audiences,” said Paul Edwards, the organiser. “Don’t be afraid to be different, the value of art lies in expressing yourself, not imitating others.”
This art exhibition is a dynamic blend of sculpture and painting. The artists behind the exhibition emphasize that transformation is not only about physical spaces but also about the personal and emotional landscapes we navigate.
One of the standout works is Robert Macdonald’s Under the Table, a print deeply rooted in his childhood experience of losing his family home during World War II. His work captures the emotional resonance of spaces lost to destruction and speaks to the transformative power of memory.
Robert Harding’s sculptural installation, Stringing Us Along with Money bags, pushes the theme of spatial transformation further. This piece plays with balance and tension, using suspended materials to interact with the physical space of the gallery itself.
As part of a broader initiative, this exhibition marks the group’s continued success, with eight exhibitions already held across the UK. These events provide opportunities for artists and audiences to connect and explore the evolving relationship between art and environment.
The gallery has become a hub for community engagement, where visitors are invited to explore new ideas and connect with local and international artists. The spacious design of the venue allows each piece to breathe and invites audiences to experience the works from multiple perspectives.
The Making Space exhibition is open to the public from November 6 to December 31, 2024, at the West Wharf Gallery, located in the West Canal Wharf area of Cardiff. Edwards still offered advice to young artists, saying: “Don’t be afraid to be different. Look, learn, and absorb everything like a sponge, then find your own artistic direction.”
