"Earthbound - a connection between Earth and Humanity".
 

Choosing to immerse myself in environmentally “at risk” sites, I spent time at the Cockburn Ranges in northern WA, the Tarkin forests of Tasmania, Western Australia’s northern coastline and Ningaloo Reef. I also worked locally at Karrara Conservation Covenant which is under the stewardship of Trust for Nature.

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In the Rushworth State Forest near Whroo in Victoria, I worked en plein air using natural and ancient materials found on site. These included ochres, soils, grasses, sticks and plants in order to create individual backgrounds on unstretched canvas.

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Back in the studio, I continued the biophilic process with paints, pigments, inks and charcoals, leading to unique depictions of Australian ecosystems under threat.

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Within each piece of work lies an innate and welcome connection to Earth as a living and codependent entity.

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Upon reflection I chose to explore the past and present Anthropocentric beliefs; that the needs of humans are above all other life forms, and with nature only existing for human benefit.

 

Within this body of work I am creatively promoting a path which combines Biocentrism; all living creatures are equal and intrinsic to nature, along with the broader Eco-centric belief that healthy ecosystems will support the ongoing welfare of all biodiversity, including humanity.

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In valuing and maintaining diverse and healthy ecosystems we ensure longevity for all. By reaching towards ecocentric stewardship and moving away from the exploitive relationships of the past we achieve harmony between human progress and planetary wellbeing.