I really loved working with these materials, totally different from my usual process. Each piece was laser cut and vinyl wrapped to create these layered forms.
I invite you to pause, observe and connect with the rich nature around us, especially when you are travelling to and from various Countries and Nations.
Waitara Station - 2023
Darug/GuriNgai Country
Consultation with Uncle Chris Tobin
Managed by Emily Lienert, Artefact, Gartner Rose and Transport NSW.
The mountains and waterways seamlessly weave through the installation, symbolising their presence in the natural environment as points of connection, travel and life.
Displayed against the Waitara landscape are plants native to Darug/GuriNgai Country including kangaroo grass (Themeda triandra) and Bottlebrush (Callistemon), both valued for their many uses.
Ground down seeds from kangaroo grass are used to make a versatile flour, while the sweet nectar of the bottlebrush creates refreshing drinks and teas.
The centrality of Eucalyptus trees to a multitude of Aboriginal cultural practices, including smoking ceremonies and wildlife care, underscores the significance of the Sydney Blue Gum (Ecalptus saligna) on Darug/GuriNgai Country. Integral to the local ecosystem, the Sydney blue gum provides healing, clean sing properties and a sanctuary for wildlife.
