Exhibited
2003: Built Worlds, Photo Technica, Sydney NSW

A view from a series of windows depict one aspect of urban living. As more and more local councils push for high and medium density housing, the ¼ acre block of the Australian Dream is fast disappearing under a plethora of appartments. This is the new suburbia of the 21st century. Gone are the expansive backyards and concreted driveways of yesteryear. These are now replaced by underground car parks and designated communal 'green areas.'

The view out of the window becomes one of a world within worlds. Observed from a distance, people play out daily rituals often removed and remote from all those around them. Strangers pass in corridors, remain silent in lifts and don't speak to the neighbours. Despite being closer together we are further apart.

Bibliography

Robert McFarlane, "Old Dupain proves a new as ever", Metropolitan, Sydney Morning Herald, June 2003

City of Sydney, "Art and About 2003", exhibition catalogue, Sydney, October 2003, p 16