WITHIN N.4x1.5x1.0 METRE FIELD
Creating the basis for native critters and organic matter to creatively make the most of an introduced substrate, while interweaving biodiversity and artist observation into one story telling thread.
Visitor reading at the Flux_Within n. 4 x 1.5 x 1.0 Metre Fields biodiversity narrative (detail)
Organic matter and an invertebrate worm interacting with one of the four bio canvases left behind in the native bush (detail)
Video mix witnessing the native biodiversity interaction with the four bio canvases for Flux_Within n. 4 x 1.5 x 1.0 Metre Fields (extract)
Nine stories booklet
Flux_Within n. 4 x 1.5 x 1.0 Metre Fields (2024) is a series of nine selected stories inspired by the biodiversity encountered and witnessed by the artist in a biofield, measured by four biocanvas populated by moss, roots, mushrooms, mycelium, dust, organic matter and reflecting the biodiverse habitat nearby.
Over two years – 2022–2024 – the artist observed the weather, seasonal changes, insects – spiders, ants, worms, slaters, flies, baby scorpions – and her own presence, interweaving these elements into one storytelling thread.
The narrative is combined with images that help to record in real time the ephemeral passage of time and ‘other-than-human’ existence. It is a work to reflect on nature agency and human relationship with nature, reminding us that the wilderness is all around us and in us.
The artist’s intention is to mark this event and let people bring home one story to generate feelings of care and awareness towards biodiversity and seasonal change.
Artwork details
| Artwork | Flux_Within n. 4 x 1.5 x 1.0 Metre Fields (2024) |
| Material | Printed on Larson-Juhl, Elation Cream fine paper |
| Dimensions | 14.8 (W) x 21(L) cm - individual page |
| Price | $60 per booklet (special request) |
| Exhibition |
Hope is the thing with Feathers
Chrissie Cotter Gallery, Inner West Council, Camperdown, NSW 31 October - 10 November 2024 |
| Links | Inner West Council Booklet |
Credits
Photos
Christopher Verheyden; courtesy of the visitor
Provision of Chrissie Cotter Gallery
Inner West Council
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Installation assistant Christopher Verheyden