A Reductive State – Ben Hunt

A Reductive State is an exhibition of recent sculpture by Ben Hunt that explores the simplicity of form through seemingly mundane and familiar objects. The works build upon Hunt’s interest in the subtle intricacies of everyday commonplace utilitarian “things” and the uncanny synthetic experience evoked by the material of which they are composed. Apparition-like in form, these objects become specters of the everyday.  Of his work, Ben says “I am drawn to objects lost, discarded or have been left to collect dust due to obsolescence. Solitary “things” have inherent meaning, but when connected to another object, or placed in juxtaposition with another “thing” or group of “things”, the meaning changes and creates visual sentences, stories or poetry. The artwork and objects that I create are based on the intersection between utilitarian items, nature and my interest in reflections of the past."