Approximation of an Imperfect Reality, which I like to refer to as simply Approximation, is a study that explores the intricate connection between flowers and human emotions. It explores how flowers evoke emotions, trigger memories, and even exhibit human-like qualities. Additionaly, it examines the psychology of colour in flowers, highlighting both conscious and subconscious influences.
The goal is to deepen our understanding of how flowers and colour influence human experiences, and to elicit emotional responses by abstracting flowers to their colours, using quotes and descriptors to invite viewers to delve into their personal interpretations and emotional reactions. (Exhibition video at the bottom)
Murky Waters Studio
Exhibiting at Murky Waters Studio required me to consider how my work would interact with the physicality of the space. Unlike the neutral white walls of many contemporary galleries, Murky Waters is defined by its exposed brick, textured surfaces, and industrial character. While this environment holds its own charm, it also presents a challenge: my photographs risked being absorbed into the background rather than standing apart as resolved artworks. (My Melbourne advisers were obsessed with pinning works naked onto walls)
To establish a clear visual boundary and to signal the work’s place within the gallery context, I chose to present the series in frames. The frames provided a defined edge between image and wall, elevating the photographs from the surface they hung on, and marking them as deliberate, finished pieces. This decision was not purely practical but conceptual, an acknowledgement of how exhibition space influences perception, and how presentation strategies can shift the dialogue between artwork, environment, and audience.