Hugh Hayden Explores Bittersweet Nostalgia in Latest Solo Exhibition

Hugh Hayden's latest solo exhibition at the Nasher Sculpture Center marks a poignant return to his Texan roots. In a showcase of sculptural works, Homecoming reflects the bittersweetness of nostalgia in a world where the "American Dream" is ever-present, exploring histories of pain and tenderness through hand-carved thorns, raw bark and sharp bristles.Best known for his wooden works, the New York-based artist conjures surreal forms from familiar symbols of family, leisure and athletics. The exhi...