Description
British photographer, conceptual artist, painter and sculptor Hamish Fulton is one of the most important figures in the contemporary art world.
He completed his studies at St. Martin's School of Art and Design and at the Royal Academy in London at the same time as Gilbert & George, John Hilliard, Bruce McLean and legendary land artist Richard Long.
His art draws on his hiking experience. Indeed, Hamish Fulton characterizes himself as a "walking artist". Whether alone or in groups, his hiking tours vary in length from one day to several weeks as he records his impressions, shooting in black and white with a compact camera. His photographs are captioned with individual words, dates, facts or prosaic texts designed to recollect the experience of his walks. Fulton is interested both in the unspoiled nature and in the act of walking itself – whether in downtown Zurich, the remotest corners of Bhutan or even on Mount Everest.
Hamish Fulton's works are showcased in many important collections. The artist's oeuvre has been awarded countless prizes, and his photographs are regularly featured in major solo and group exhibitions. He has also participated in several of the documenta exhibitions in Kassel.The artist currently lives in Canterbury in the UK.
Details
- Work Date:
- 1981
- Location:
- UBS Zurich, Paradeplatz
- Dimensions:
- 27 x 39 cm
- Medium:
- Photography