EXHIBITION DATES: MARCH 17-APRIL 7, 2022
Black Door Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of new sculptures in glass, concrete and steel from the studio of
Ben Young.
Reconnect is an exhibition that questions our connection to the land and modern society’s increasing disconnect from
nature.
“In a world that is constantly changing with huge strains upon the environment, advances in technology and now a global
pandemic…more than ever I am questioning our connection to the land and modern society’s increasing disconnect from
nature.”- Ben Young.
Ben Young favours coastal landscapes with the ocean as a recurring motif in his work. An avid surfer himself, the ocean
is where the artist can be found when he is not in the studio. His time spent in nature is integral to fuelling his
inspiration as well as grounding his outlook in an appreciation for the beauty of the world around us.
For the artist, what began as personal and single expression for the unbridled beauty of the sea has developed into an
art practise that explores the many and collective perspectives of the relationship between man and nature.
Each of Young’s sculptural works are hand crafted from clear sheet float glass, concrete and steel. It is surprising to
discover that no computer aids or high-tech machinery is used in the making of these intricate, flawless and highly
technical pieces. The use of industrial materials to form his natural scenes is a critical choice and not taken lightly,
leading the viewer to reflect on the impact of such materials and the ongoing industrialisation of the natural world.
Ben Young hopes his sculptures can remind us of how essential it is to reconnect, reassess and forge a new path for
future generations. It is said that we are the first generation to the feel the effects of climate change and the last
generation who can do something about it. Reconnect aims to draw our attention to the urgency of now.
This exhibition is free to view and open to the public during the following hours:
Monday - Friday, 10.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday, 10.00am - 4.00pm
Sunday, 11.00am - 3.00pm