Michael E. Smith's Hybrid Sculptures Fill SculptureCenter's Renovated Basement

American artist Michael E. Smith presents an exhibition at the newly renovated basement of SculptureCenter in New York, from May 3 to August 3, 2015. The subterranean space complements Smith's hybrid and underground sculptural practice, which incorporates found objects and industrial materials. The installation is described as brilliantly paced, with works that engage the raw architecture of the venue. Smith's sculptures often evoke decay, labor, and the passage of time, using items like clothing, furniture, and mechanical parts. The exhibition marks a significant moment for SculptureCenter, which reopened its expanded facilities in Long Island City, Queens.