The Art of the Brick: An Exhibition of LEGO® Art has already made waves around the world in cities from Brussels to Boston, impressing over 10 million visitors in all—and this ground-breaking exhibit is finally coming to Raleigh!
Secure your spot to this highly-rated experience that has been known to sell out!
This not-to-be-missed exhibition shows how your favorite childhood building blocks can be made into incredible works of art. Nathan Sawaya, a former New York City corporate lawyer-turned world-renowned contemporary artist is the mastermind behind this exhibit, which shows you a completely new way to look at art.
Explore a variety of larger-than-life sculptures, and famous displays that have wowed guests at the exhibitions in Europe and the U.S. You’ll see re-imagined versions of world-renowned works of art, everyday objects, musical instruments, and so much more!
Of course, guests in Raleigh can expect to see world-famous works like Yellow, perhaps Sawaya’s most famous piece, showcasing the torso of a male who rips open his chest to reveal countless cascading LEGO® bricks pouring out of it.
Another highlight for Dino lovers is the skeleton of a massive, 20-foot T-Rex. For classical art lovers, there are unique interpretations of famous works including Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, Michelangelo’s David, Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Edvard Munch’s The Scream, and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa.
“The Art of the Brick takes LEGO® somewhere you wouldn’t expect and shows you things you have never seen before. The goal with this collection of art is to demonstrate the potential of imagination and the power of creativity,” said artist Nathan Sawaya in a press release.
Prepare to be amazed just as the millions of fans around the world have when The ‘Art of The Brick Experience’ comes to Raleigh this May! Finally, there’s a compelling art exhibit that celebrates a favorite childhood pastime that so many people can relate to. You haven’t seen contemporary art quite like this before!