Forest of Dreams: Contemporary Tree Sculpture
October 20, 2023 through February 25, 2024
Forest of Dreams: Contemporary Tree Sculpture offers unexpected visions of these remarkable organisms, showcasing trees in all their power, beauty, strangeness, and glory.
The exhibition features the work of 15 exceptional artists: Emilie Brzezinski, Louise Bourgeois, Nick Cave, Kim Cridler, Tom Czarnopys, Michele Oka Doner, Peter Frie, Hugh Hayden, Jim Hodges, Patrick Jacobs, Maya Lin, Robert Lobe, Roxy Paine, Rona Pondick, and Ai Weiwei.
Image credits:
Ai Weiwei
Iron Root, 2015. Cast iron. 55 x 122 x 77”
Courtesy of Lisson Gallery
Nick Cave
Aꞏmalꞏgam, 2021. Bronze. 122 x 94 x 85”
The Forman Family Collection
Hugh Hayden
Hangers, 2018 (detail). Sculpted fir with garment rack. Dimensions variable.
Collection of Alex Logsdail. Photo: Adam Reich
Patrick Jacobs
Lord of the Fungi, 2023. Diorama viewed through 7.5-inch window.
Wax, clay, paper, foam, wood, acrylic, steel, lighting, BK7 glass. 20 x 20 x 20”
Courtesy of the Artist
Roxy Paine
Untitled, 2012-17. Stainless steel. 63.5 x 33 x 29.5”
Courtesy of the Artist and Kasmin, New York
About the Exhibition
Forest of Dreams: Contemporary Tree Sculpture offers unexpected visions of these remarkable organisms, showcasing trees in all their power, beauty, strangeness, and glory.
The exhibition features the work of 15 exceptional artists: Emilie Brzezinski, Louise Bourgeois, Nick Cave, Kim Cridler, Tom Czarnopys, Michele Oka Doner, Peter Frie, Hugh Hayden, Jim Hodges, Patrick Jacobs, Maya Lin, Robert Lobe, Roxy Paine, Rona Pondick, and Ai Weiwei.
Events
Oct 25, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Metal Trees: A Sculpture Walk
Stroll the Sculpture Park and grounds to discover a trove of sculptures resembling and inspired by trees.
Nov 12, 2023 at 2:00 PM
Trees as Artistic Metaphor: Identity, Body, Fashion
Survey the ways trees have been depicted throughout the history of fashion and art.
Dec 1, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Exhibition Tour: Into the Forest
Enjoy an intimate journey into the depths of Forest of Dreams with exhibition curator Suzanne Ramljak.
Forest of Dreams: Contemporary Tree Sculpture offers unexpected visions of these remarkable organisms, showcasing trees in all their power, beauty, strangeness, and glory.
The exhibition features the work of 15 exceptional artists: Emilie Brzezinski, Louise Bourgeois, Nick Cave, Kim Cridler, Tom Czarnopys, Michele Oka Doner, Peter Frie, Hugh Hayden, Jim Hodges, Patrick Jacobs, Maya Lin, Robert Lobe, Roxy Paine, Rona Pondick, and Ai Weiwei.