The Next Generation of Sculptors

1 November 2024 to 22 November 2024 Bowman Sculpture Gallery

Lydia Smith Sculpture
Lydia Smith Sculpture

Bowman Sculpture Gallery Announces Inaugural Graduate Exhibition Showcasing Next Generation of Sculptors.

Bowman Sculpture Gallery is thrilled to announce the launch of its inaugural Graduate Exhibition, spotlighting the brightest and most promising talent in the world of sculpture. This exceptional showcase will feature works by 12 young artists hand-picked from London’s foremost art institutions, setting the stage for the next generation of sculptors. The inaugural Bowman Sculpture Gallery Graduate Exhibition will open to the public on 1st November and run through to 22nd November.

The exhibition will include a diverse array of sculptural styles and mediums, reflecting the dynamic and evolving nature of contemporary sculpture. Each piece has been meticulously selected to highlight the unique vision and craftsmanship of its creator, offering visitors a glimpse into the future of sculptural art.

So far, a group of 12 young artists have confirmed their participation in the show in October. The exhibition features artists from various backgrounds, each with their own narrative and perspective. Bowman Sculpture hopes to provide a varied and inclusive presentation with the current selection. A full list of names will be released closer to the opening of the exhibition. However Bowman Sculpture can reveal the names of 3 sculptors who will exhibit in the exhibition this October; Neal Camilleri, Lydia Smith and Naroul. The remaining artists will be revealed this autumn.

Nestled in the prestigious Duke Street, St James's area, renowned for its sophisticated galleries and distinguished dealers, Bowman Sculpture Gallery’s latest exhibition offers a youthful contrast to its traditionally refined surroundings. The gallery is widely considered to be the foremost gallery in the world for sculpture by Auguste Rodin and most recently exhibited ‘Faces and Fables: Rodin's Portraiture, Great Commissions, Mythology, and Sculptural Innovations’, a critically acclaimed exhibition which featured a stunning array of 30 sculptures from his earliest works through to the final pieces of his career. 

"Our Graduate Exhibition is more than just a display of new talent," says Mica Bowman, Director of Bowman Sculpture Gallery. "It is a celebration of the innovative spirit and boundless creativity that these young sculptors bring to the art world. By featuring their work in such a prominent location, we aim to bridge the gap between emerging and established art circles."

For collectors, this exhibition represents a rare opportunity to discover and acquire works from the art world's rising stars at the outset of their careers. For the artists, it is a chance to engage with a broader audience, gain critical exposure, and build professional relationships within a historic and influential art market.

Join Bowman Sculpture Gallery and celebrate the bold and innovative voices of tomorrow’s sculptors in a space that honours the rich tradition of artistic excellence.

Exhibition Details:

• Exhibition dates: 1st November to 22nd November 2024.

• Location: Bowman Sculpture Gallery, Duke Street, St James's, London

Further Information: Contemporary & Antique Sculpture Gallery | Bowman Sculpture