Mike Nelson on his sensory new survey, scavenging objects and simulating reality
Creative Boom
MARCH 2, 2023
I construct new works out of old works," says Nelson, referencing how he very literally recycles materials between collections – using over 5,000 metres of reclaimed wood and over 50 tonnes of sand to dramatically transform the Hayward Gallery. It's equally eerie and risky, with large-scale activations that feel incredibly topical.
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