The Meaning of (Still) Life: An Unnatural History
A sub-set of the Meaning of (Still) Life works, 'An Unnatural History' focuses upon environmental issues, using a multi-style format. Specific narratives around Australian endangered species present detailed information about habitats, threats and possible remediations to the problems. These ideas are presented in multi-panelled works featuring clip art and other illustrations, appropriated from Google image searches. Many works in this series also feature text panels to further elaborate upon the content.
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Triptych Acrylic on ply with laser cut composite board. 137 x 61 cms Alluding to the habitat, migration flyway, threats and identity of the critically endangered shorebird. Available
Detail view of first panel.
Detail view of second panel revealing the use of three dimensional components.
Triptych Acrylic on Ply 137 x 61 cms An account of the now endangered Koala, depicting threats to their survival, along with a re-imagined nomenclature. Available
Detail view of first panel.
Triptych Acrylic on Ply, with cut composite board shapes. 137 x 61 cms. The tale of a butterfly endemic to SE QLD and Northern NSW, threatened by host-plant confusion and habitat fragmentation.
Painting detail - panel 1
Triptych Acrylic on Ply, with cut plywood shape and gloss medium. 137 x 61 cms. Private Collection Addressing the plight of the QLD Glossy Black Cockatoo.
Painting detail - panel 1