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Question 1

Built

Answer 1

Built Photography encourages both artists and viewers to perceive the medium not merely as an image but as a construct. The exhibition aims to explore pictorial, spatial, and conceptual possibilities by presenting works that challenge the traditional idea of flatness.

The term ‘built’ in the exhibition title is significant, as many of the works by the 16 artists are supported by construction materials, creating a fabricated built environment.

Question 2

Kiah Pullen’s Construction Morph-ology (2024)

Answer 2

Medium: Mixed media installation

Theme: Explores the intersection of art and architecture.

Concept: Investigates how various construction materials influence perceptions of space and form. The work challenges viewers to think about how built environments impact our experience and interaction with art.

Question 3

Talia Smith’s Don’t be bashful, wear the flower behind your ear (2022

Answer 3

Medium: Installation

Theme: Gender identity and self-expression.

Concept: Utilises floral motifs to subvert traditional gender roles, inviting viewers to embrace individuality. The work encourages a playful and bold approach to self-presentation, highlighting the importance of personal expression in shaping identity.

Question 4

Katrina Stamatopoulos’ Troop (2022-24)

Answer 4

Medium: Mixed media

Theme: Community and collective identity.

Concept: Explores the dynamics of group interactions and connections. Each piece reflects the individuality within a collective, showcasing how collaboration shapes identity and shared experiences, encouraging dialogue around belonging and togetherness

Question 5

Andrew Telzaff’s Observations of a Falling Light (2021)

Answer 5

Medium: Installation

Theme: Transience and the nature of time.

Concept: Uses light and shadow to create an immersive environment that reflects on the fleeting moments in life. The installation encourages viewers to contemplate their own perceptions of time and the ephemeral nature of existence through visual and sensory experiences.

Question 6

Lucas Davidson’s Let Light Leak In (2024)

Answer 6

Medium: Light installation

Theme: Interplay of light and environment.

Concept: Explores how light transforms and alters physical spaces. The installation invites viewers to engage with their surroundings in new ways, prompting reflections on illumination, perception, and the emotional impact of light in architectural contexts.