Lisson Gallery Announces Anish Kapoor Talk with Darian Leader at Southbank Center on 8 July
Lisson Gallery announced that artist Anish Kapoor will participate in a conversation with author and psychoanalyst Darian Leader at the Southbank Center in London on July 8, 2026, at 8 p.m. The event, held at Queen Elizabeth Hall, offers rare insight into Kapoor's practice, which spans over four decades and involves experimentation with materials to create sculptures and paintings that provoke disorientation and heightened awareness. This summer, Kapoor also presents an ambitious exhibition at the Hayward Gallery, occupying the entire building including three outdoor sculpture terraces, featuring works that evoke uncanny feelings.
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The discussion between Kapoor and Leader promises to explore the psychological, spatial, and philosophical dimensions of Kapoor's work, providing a deeper understanding of his practice beyond the visual experience of his exhibitions. For collectors and curators, the talk offers a unique opportunity to hear an artist of Kapoor's stature reflect on the conceptual foundations of his art, potentially influencing how his works are perceived and valued in the market. The event underscores the continued collaboration between Lisson Gallery and the Southbank Center, positioning London as a hub for critical artistic dialogue.
- Artists: Anish Kapoor
- People: Darian Leader
- Galleries: Lisson Gallery
- Museums: Hayward Gallery
- Locations: London
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