Sculpture in Britain-Today and Tomorrow
Raymond Warburton
British sculpture enjoyed a renaissance in the 20th century, with the likes of Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth, Anthony Caro and Elizabeth Frink leading the way. But who came afterwards and with what effect? Among the new generation of British-based sculptors were Rachel Whiteread, Antony Gormley, Maggi Hambling, Anish Kapoor, Richard Long and David Nash. These days all six are world-renowned and are still working as hard as ever. Each in their own way is innovative, inspirational and deeply human. They have produced sculptures that are glorious, challenging and moving in equal measure.
Ray Warburton has had a life-long love of art but followed a career in health and social care, with art being an evening and weekend passion. That all changed in 2011, when Ray became a guide at Tate Britain and Tate Modern which encouraged him to study and gain a masters in art history which led to him becoming an Arts Society lecturer.
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Image: Maggie Hambling A Conversation with Oscar Wilde Photo ©Ray Warburton
