ON THE EDGE 2.0: An Exhibition by the Royal Society of Sculptors members

Join us for an exhibition by Royal Society of Sculptors members, created during a period of global turmoil marked by sickness, war and the climate crisis

Following the success of On The Edge 1.0 at The Espacio Gallery in London (2023), On The Edge 2.0 continues to showcase works by Royal Society of Sculptors members, who initially connected via Zoom during the pandemic. Born from discussions reflecting on global uncertainty—marked by the war in Ukraine and the climate crisis—their responses remain profoundly relevant today

Among the exhibiting sculptors are two from Ukraine, Borys Krylov and Oles Sydoruk, who continue their practice amidst the challenges in Kiev. Stephen Duncan, an artist and poet in the group, recently visited them and gained firsthand insight into life there. Upon his return, Stephen shared how vital sculpture and art are for the people of Ukraine. This inspired the group to view this exhibition not as a reprise, but as a continuation

Co-curated by Denise Bryan and Tere Chad, they take a quote from the Ukrainian poet Boris Khersonsky: ‘Every hut in our beloved country is on the edge. And to be honest, I’m on the edge too. I feel sorry for the ones at the centre, but really I’m especially sorry for the ones in the camp towers, watching the frosty distance…’

CONTACT: terechad@hotmail.com

MORE INFO: www.terechad.com/on-the-edge      

Private View: Friday 19th July 2024, 6 - 9PM

Opening Hours:

  • 17th - 28th July 2024, 12 - 6PM

  • 28th July 2024, 10AM - 1PM

Venue: OVADA, The Warehouse, 14a Osney Lane, Oxford OX1 1NJ

Public Events Programme

  • Forum: Thursday 18th July 6 - 8 pm, Short Presentations by artist Oles Sydoruk, Denise Bryan, Tere Chad, Stephen Duncan, Dr. Sam Skinner and Mita Vaghela, followed by an open discussion

  • Sculptural Walkabout: Friday 19th July 4 - 6pm, facilitated by Melissa Pierce Murray (open for families)

  • Plastic Mountain Workshop: Sunday 21st July 11 - 1 pm, facilitated by Briony Marshall (open for families)

  • Performance: 27th July 6 - 8pm, Dare to Walk Over Me by Faroush Amini

  • Guided Tour: 28th July 11am - 1pm, Facilitated by Julie Brixey - Williams and Paul Tecklenberg