"Artists don't make objects. Artists make mythologies."

Anish Kapoor (b. 1954, Mumbai, India) is a globally renowned contemporary artist whose monumental sculptures and visionary installations have redefined spatial experience and materiality in contemporary art. Known for his iconic works such as "Cloud Gate" in Chicago and his pioneering use of voids, mirrors, and his exclusive rights to the blackest substance on earth—Vantablack—Kapoor has established himself as one of the most significant sculptors of our time.

After studying at the Hornsey College of Art and Chelsea School of Art in London, Kapoor rose to prominence in the 1980s with his geometric forms covered in pure pigment. This early work, influenced by his Indian heritage and Western modernism, set the foundation for his continued exploration of perception, space, and materiality that would define his illustrious career.

Kapoor's approach is characterized by his fascination with negative space, reflective surfaces, and the phenomenological experience of viewing art. His work transcends traditional boundaries between painting, sculpture, and architecture, creating immersive environments that challenge viewers' perceptions and evoke profound emotional and physical responses.

In 1991, Kapoor represented Britain at the Venice Biennale where he was awarded the prestigious Premio Duemila Prize. He received the Turner Prize in 1991 and was knighted in 2013 for his services to visual arts. In 2022, he was the subject of a major retrospective at the Gallerie dell'Accademia in Venice.

Anish Kapoor, Cloud Gate, 2006, Millennium Park, Chicago. PATRICK L. PYSZKA/©2018 ANISH KAPOOR