Greg McHarg | The Shape of Space

The Shape of Space explores Greg McHarg’s innovative use of cutouts and repetition, transforming cardboard into a study of form, void, and rhythm. Through precise cuts and deliberate patterns, McHarg redefines the relationship between material and absence, allowing space itself to take shape within his compositions.
The interplay of light and shadow, solid and void, gives each piece a dynamic presence, shifting as the viewer moves. The corrugated layers of cardboard add texture and depth, emphasizing the contrast between structure and fragility. By using an everyday material, McHarg elevates the ordinary, inviting contemplation on how space is both defined and disrupted.

In The Shape of Space, the repetition of forms creates a visual cadence, echoing natural rhythms and architectural patterns. This exhibition challenges viewers to consider not just what is present, but what is missing –and how the negative space carved away is just as vital as the material that remains.

Olinda Casimiro | Executive Director