Approach

Using a by product of the coal fired power station in an artwork that aims to decrease its carbon footprint also ties in nicely with the ‘’looking back/looking forward’’ theme of this residency. It is genuinely taking the legacy forward and memorialising it in an artwork for the community to appreciate. The finished artworks will be imbued with an honesty, integrity and history of its place not only because of the materials embedded within it but also surface detritus (rust, dirt, paint) that remains behind after the casting process. The final work would speak of the place yet does not completely reveal it, only providing a glimpse into the past. As an artist participating in the Liddell WORKS program, Fiona is able to contribute to a broader conversation about the complex dynamics of energy production at a pivotal moment in history. Excited to explore this theme through and to create works that examine the power station history and consider the future of energy generation in a way that reflects the changing times. With particular interest in the way that the closure of the power station is speeding up the transition towards cleaner forms of energy as well as its positive impact on the urgent global issue of climate change. Through the artwork, Fiona hopes to capture the essence of this transformation and inspire others to think creatively about the future of energy systems and economic diversification, and the urgent need to address the impacts of climate change on our planet and our communities.