28th January – 12th February, 2016

Basil Papoutsidis

Sunday Ride

Utilizing a sculptural language and construction specific materials, Papoutsidis explores the differences between the theoretical language of architecture and the realities of construction.

Sunday Ride explores the similarities between sculptural studio practice and the custom automotive culture of the 1960’s and 70’s genre. Inspired by the cinematic iconography that surrounds “muscle cars”, it’s masculine orientation and the principles of formalist abstraction, Papoutsidis creates three-dimensional, wall-mounted sculptures and relief’s. Constructed in powder-coated steel, the works dismantle volume and form in colour and demonstrate the history and application of vintage automotive principles.