Meet the Artist: Hugo McCloud

My work is about a continual investigation. —Hugo McCloud Acclaimed artist Hugo McCloud’s work, Blue Zone, on view in MAG’s contemporary galleries, features a laborer carrying a stack of boxes on his shoulder on a street of India. Exquisitely rendered with single-use plastic bags, the work is part of McCloud’s exploration of materials, processes, and subject matter. Join us to hear the artist discuss his groundbreaking work and ever-evolving, prolific career. Timothy Peterson, MAG’s Ann and Irving Norry Curator of Contemporary Art, will lead the dialogue. Hugo McCloud was named the 2026 Outstanding Artist at the annual MAG Gala in May. To submit a request for ASL interpretation, please email [email protected] at least two weeks before the program. Advance registration is required for this free event. This is a free-seating program—we encourage you to arrive by 15 minutes prior to the start of the event. Unclaimed seats may be released to walk-in guests. Online ticket sales end on Saturday, September 26, at 12:30 pm. Ticket includes museum admission. For questions about this event, please contact Chiyo Ueyama at [email protected].