Kallman Feitel Endowment Award.
Ballarat International Foto Biennale GradFoto 2024 finalist.
LOST LANDS FOUND.
Lost Lands Found is a long-form documentary project aimed at deepening my understanding of the Stonnington Council’s initiatives regarding these vital landscapes. My journey began last year when I encountered the Lost Lands Found installation by Dean Stewart at Central Park, Malvern East. Captivated by its vibrant diversity, I felt compelled to explore the significance of Indigenous Flowering Grasslands in the area.
This project focuses on the native ecology that thrived before European settlement in Kulin Country. The installation emphasises the benefits of incorporating native plants into local gardens; by reintroducing Indigenous flora, we can support healthy ecosystems.
Spending hours among the plants brings me a deep sense of comfort that continually draws me back. Each visit reveals delightful surprises, from vibrant flowers to intriguing insects I have never encountered before. This beauty fills me with excitement, compelling me to celebrate these small yet significant aspects of nature rather than let them go unnoticed.
To engage and educate, I created a newspaper that serves as a canvas for Indigenous environmental awareness within my community. By leaving copies for people to read, I encourage reflection and inspire action, transforming reading into a pathway for deeper understanding and community engagement.
