Martin Creed at Hauser & Wirth

Martin Creed’s exhibition at Hauser & Wirth’s 69th Street location includes portraits painted by leaping high in the air with a paintbrush, stacking sculptures based on mathematical ratios and room-altering minimal, monumental wall paintings.  None seem to involve much effort on Creed’s part to create – this being his signature style – yet each will definitely create a reaction.  (Through Dec 21st ).  

Martin Creed, work no. 1782, toilet roll, unique, 2013 (foreground).  Martin Creed, work no. 905, emulsion on wall, 2008 (background).

Martin Creed at Hauser & Wirth

Martin Creed, Work No. 1461, 2-inch wide adhesive tapes, 2013.
Martin Creed, Work No. 1461, 2-inch wide adhesive tapes, 2013.

Boasting ‘one of the largest column-free spaces for exhibiting art in the city,’ Hauser & Wirth’s spectacular new Chelsea location even has an impressive entrance.  Work no. 1461 by British conceptual art titan Martin Creed is a permanent installation consisting of 2-inch wide adhesive tapes whose vivid colors lend visitors the energy to climb the stairs.  Check back tomorrow for a peek upstairs.