IMMERSIVE BAMBOO
The Hayward Gallery and the Bagri Foundation present वेणु [Venu], a new, immersive and striking bamboo structure by Indian artist Asim Waqif, exploring themes of urban space, ecology and community. The 2023 commission joins a vibrant portfolio of outdoor summer installations at the Southbank Centre, continuing the Centre’s commitment to providing engaging, free art for all.
Image: The Bagri Foundation Commission_ Asim Waqif, वेणु [Venu], 2023. Courtesy of the artist. Photo © Jo Underhill. Image above: The Bagri Foundation Commission_ Asim Waqif, वेणु [Venu], 2023. Courtesy of the artist. Photo © Jo Underhill.
Asim Waqif, who works at the intersection of art, architecture and design, is creating a large-scale artwork with a bamboo frame that will be supported by an industrial metal skeleton, combining two predominant materials associated with buildings from South Asia and London. Visitors will be able to walk inside and view the installation, and play musical instruments made from bamboo, which will be placed in and around the artwork.
Image: The Bagri Foundation Commission_ Asim Waqif, वेणु [Venu], 2023. Courtesy of the artist. Photo © Jo Underhill. Image above: The Bagri Foundation Commission_ Asim Waqif, वेणु [Venu], 2023. Courtesy of the artist. Photo © Jo Underhill.
Asim Waqif, who works at the intersection of art, architecture and design, is creating a large-scale artwork with a bamboo frame that will be supported by an industrial metal skeleton, combining two predominant materials associated with buildings from South Asia and London. Visitors will be able to walk inside and view the installation, and play musical instruments made from bamboo, which will be placed in and around the artwork.
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