Amy Stephens is among the leading names featured in Dulwich Picture Gallery’s newly expanded Sculpture Garden, part of a £5 million redevelopment — the gallery’s most significant transformation in 20 years.
Stephens was commissioned to create a new iteration of Waking Matter II, which takes pride of place in the gallery’s Lovington Sculpture Meadow — a striking new wing of the Sculpture Garden that extends across a previously unused three-acre field. The meadow has been reimagined as an “art forest,” planted with around 130 new trees, blending contemporary sculpture with the natural landscape.
Known for her sculptural practice exploring geology, architecture, and our relationship with the environment, Stephens brings her distinctive vision to Dulwich. Waking Matter II continues her dialogue between natural and man-made materials, reflecting on transformation and permanence in both art and nature.
The work forms part of a broader collection of interactive outdoor pieces by artists including Tai Shani, Nika Neelova, and Harold Offeh, inviting visitors to engage directly with the environment around them.
The redevelopment also introduces a new ArtPlay Pavilion, a family café, and expanded public access to the gardens. You can find more information on Dulwich Picture Gallery's website.
October 16, 2025
