Hampstead: The Sculpture Guide

Sculpture features in all aspects of the world we live in, whether that be at a specially curated contemporary art exhibition, or down your local high street in the form of a community installation, war memorial or religious building. Everywhere you go, 3D creativity is both important and celebrated.

However, when it comes to visiting an art fair, sculpture is a genre that has traditionally been overlooked, or at least isn’t the first type of artwork we might be looking out for. But, this has changed dramatically over the past few years. Now, we’re seeing sculpture more and more as a highly sought-after art investment, and we couldn’t be more excited. So many of our galleries represent both emerging and eminent, extraordinarily talented sculptors. So, whether you’re already in that 3D mindset, or want to be inspired by the magic of casting, carving and ceramics, our Sculpture Route Guide will help you navigate our Hampstead fair so that you don’t miss any of the highlights.

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Tom Hiscocks | Catto Gallery | Stand J5

First up on our Sculpture Route Guide is Catto Gallery, a super local gallery situated just a 10-minute walk from our Hampstead site. Their ethos matches ours perfectly, with an aim to make the art buying experience simple and accessible. Amongst their line-up of extraordinary contemporary artists, you’ll be able discover the work of Tom Hiscocks, a 3D artist whose signature technique is sure to draw sculpture collectors into Catto Gallery’s stand.

Using layers of metal, Hiscocks builds coherent, profound forms; usually depicting human and animal figures. The context of these sculptures can alter based on the positional point of view, making them intriguing, statement-making pieces for your garden or outdoor space. Evoking a sense of human connection, the mathematical process balances artistic precision with depth of meaning.

Jean Isnard | Galerie Artima | Stand H3

Taking the opportunity to showcase differing textures and movement, Galerie Artima’s stand will be a must-see this May for those seeking variety.

We’re particularly excited to highlight the work of Jean Isnard, whose recognisable style will feature as the next stop on our Sculpture Route Guide. Combining the natural substance and patterns of wood with the more industrialised resin, Isnard’s sculptural work plays with the relationship between humanity and nature. They’re both theatrical and nuanced, with a multitude of interpretational possibilities.

Liudmila Krutikova | The Brook Street Gallery | Stand H2

Just nip next door for our next stop! With unconventional narratives and unique contributions to their craft, The Brook Street Gallery’s roster of artists includes Liudmila Krutikova, a ceramicist creating silkily glazed, geometric 3D forms with a futuristic feel. The detail within her ‘Filled Void’ sculptures offer a real standout moment, and the two-toned colour schemes mean that Krutikova’s work would be a cohesive edition to most existing art collections.

The attention paid to each angle and decal placement also lends itself to placing a sculpture by Krutikova in a central spot to grab attention and act as a curatorial anchor. Definitely not one to miss.

Candela Muniozguren | Bea Villamarín Art Gallery | Stand E6

With the sole primary colours finding a renewed popularity, well, everywhere, Candela Muniozguren’s shape-focused forms are a playful, architectural nod to trends whilst adopting a timeless quality.

Her block colour work is an effective means to analysing both empty and full space, with an eye-catching point of view that is worth a stop off at Bea Villamarín’s stand. As a new gallery, we can’t wait for their debut and to watch you all fall in love with Muniozguren’s work displayed amongst an array of colourful, complementary pieces halfway through our Sculpture Route.

Stefan Gross | Chief & Spirits | Stand F1

During his apprenticeship as a stained glass manufacturer, Stefan Gross learned to think in terms of colour, not just craft. He has created his very own material to work with – ‘oil plastic’ – which mixes the rich hues of traditional oil paints with industrial plastic. The result is a material that functions much like glass, so that Gross is able to manipulate it into striking 3D forms. His work addresses the beauty to be found in industrial production, with a playful edge that attempts to upend the seriousness of the world.

Gross will be presented by Chief & Spirits, who are also the gallery behind our Hampstead 2023 campaign artist.

Stuart Anderson | The Russell Gallery | Stand A5

From his studio in Suffolk, Stuart Anderson creates elegant, textural bronze sculptures that have won a litany of awards. For those collectors wanting to be wow-ed by technique, Stuart’s unique practice uncovers the lost wax casting process, which he undergoes himself in order to create the realist forms of animals that he has become known for.

The character and natural, unforced expressions he’s able to cast make his work a real standout at The Russell Gallery, who will also be bringing with them a selection of Anderson’s human figurative works. He has a clear affinity with his subjects, and his work has a real sense of care and understanding whilst also being disciplined. We can’t wait to see all their incredible detail up close.

Betsy Enzensberger | Barnes Collective | Stand C4

One for colour lovers, Barnes Collective will be at stand C4, characteristically decked with splashes from a bright and diverse palette.

Those on the hunt for a touch of maximalism will want to pause here to check out Betsy Enzenberger. Vibrant, bold and poppy, her sculptural artwork is a long-term Affordable Art Fair favourite. She’s the original mind behind the iconic resin ice lollies known as ‘Melting Pops™’, a series that has gained international recognition. By pushing her materials to their compositional limits, Enzenberger brings to life the universal joy and nostalgia associated with these sweet frozen treats.

Barnes Collective’s artists are known to sell-out, so don’t let your favourite artwork get away!

Anna Andreadi | Forest Gallery | Stand C1

Last up on our Sculpture Route Guide is a trip to Forest Gallery’s stand. A definite must-see for traditionalist collectors, a pause here will introduce you to a vast variety of styles, from Baroque-inspired still life paintings to Anna Andreadi’s bronze figurative studies.

Working from her atelier in Athens, Andreadi creates artwork that is a joyful look at the human form. Delicate and meticulously made, the inspiration from nature is also clear with leafy details and nods to astrology.

So, we hope you’ve been inspired by an exclusive first look at a selection of the sculpture offerings you’ll be able to discover at Affordable Art Fair Hampstead, 11 – 14 May. You can refer to this Route Guide in order to explore our fair with 3D creativity in mind and, hopefully, find an artwork you completely fall in love with. We’ll see you there!

Main image:Anna Andreadi, ‘Our Way I’, limited edition bronze sculpture, £170, Forest Gallery