Hauser & Wirth gallery in Menorca is hosting a solo exhibition by Martin Creed, one of the leading figures of conceptual art. On view from 25 April to 7 June 2026, the exhibition brings together works in which Creed questions the nature, boundaries, and perception of art.
Martin Creed’s Artistic Manifesto: Can Everything Be Art?
Martin Creed constantly confronts the viewer with the question “What is art?” through his works. For him, even a chrome-plated brass protrusion coming out of a wall (“Work No. 178 A protrusion from a wall”, 1997) can be considered a work of art. This approach upends the traditional definitions and expectations of art. By placing ordinary objects and actions into an artistic context, Creed aims to expand the viewer’s perception and instil the idea that art can exist everywhere.
Works in the exhibition such as the lithograph “Work No. 3396” (2020) reflect the artist’s minimalist aesthetic and his interest in repeating motifs. Printed in twelve colours on 300gsm Somerset Satin White paper, this work demonstrates how simple forms and colours can create a powerful impact. “Work No. 914” (2008) is a series of five pieces drawn in pencil on paper. These works reveal how Creed uses the power of line and repetition while preserving the sincerity of handmade quality.
A Conceptual Playground: Interaction with Creed’s Works
Creed’s works often invite direct interaction with the viewer. A protrusion from a wall, a lithograph, or simple lines drawn on paper — all of them wait for the viewer to add their own interpretation and complete the meaning of the work. In this way, the artist emphasises that art is not merely an object, but also an idea, an experience, and a dialogue.
The exhibition reveals both the diversity and consistency of Creed’s artistic practice. His works are sometimes surprising, sometimes thought-provoking, and sometimes humorous. Yet they always raise new questions about what art is and what it can be. With this exhibition, Creed reinforces the idea that art can exist not only in galleries or museums, but in every moment and every place in life.
This exhibition at Hauser & Wirth is an unmissable opportunity for anyone who wants to step into Martin Creed’s conceptual world and rethink the boundaries of art. Creed’s works remind us that art does not only offer aesthetic pleasure, but is also a force that challenges the mind and expands our perception.
