This exhibition concludes my PhD research based in the School of Art, RMIT University, Melbourne. Beginning in 2019, I have been investigating how compressive action is both a potent method of making and a conceptual lens to expand a ceramic practice that is attentive to the materials and site of making.

Compressing Atmosphere is an exhibition of supporting material research, visual documentation and objects representing the written flow of my dissertation. The thematic chapters illustrate correspondence with trees, where I investigate the rural sites of Merrijig and Tallarook. The potential of compression chapter tests making from sites closer to home, such as Royal Park and inner Melbourne streets. A pandemic takes hold, presents research and outcomes particular to the experiences of a hotel quarantine and of creative practice during a global pandemic.

In addition to my research, a selection of artwork corresponds with the concepts explored in the final chapter, assembling assemblage and compressing compressions. These works survey how a ceramic practice can reflect personal commentary on cultural, social and environmental events as embodied material experiences.

When
Open: Thursday 11 July 1-7pm (one day only)
Event: Celebratory drinks 5-7pm 🥂

Where
SITE EIGHT Gallery,Building 2, Level 2, Bowen St (off La Trobe St), lift access via Rodda Lane, School of Art, RMIT University, Melbourne, Naarm.