Exploring 100 Years of Abstract Art and Form in Pictures

Sean O'Hagan from The Guardian describes an experimental masterclass showcasing how artists like Man Ray, Mondrian, and Maya Rochat transformed reality through their creative darkrooms and studios. This summary delves into how these masters utilized gentle forms to reshape images and artwork.

Form of Gentletells the intertwined tales of images and summary artwork from the early twentieth century to the present day, featuring historic works across various mediums like painting, sculpture, montage, and kinetic installations. It traces the evolution from cubism and vorticism to the significant contributions of Bauhaus, constructivist, and surrealist artists of the 1920s and 1930s. Moving on to the 'subjective images' of the 1940s and 1950s, it delves into the global impact of this movement with artists from Latin America and Asia. Furthermore, it explores the influence of photography on abstract expressionism, op art, and minimalism in Europe and the US.

From influential artists like Man Ray and Alfred Stieglitz to contemporary creatives such as Barbara Kasten and Thomas Ruff, and culminating in the groundbreaking works of Antony Cairns, Maya Rochat, and Daisuke Yokota, "Form of Light" brings the evolution of photography to life. This exhibition showcases how photographers have both responded to and shaped the development of abstract art over time.