Website design by Paul Lee

ARPS Panel Submission

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The immense entrance to Nanjing railway station has a soaring roof held up by monumental columns that resemble pixelated lotus flowers. When viewed at a different angle and out of context they become other-worldly. This was the image that led to a panel presenting uneasy montages provoking the viewer to examine what could be architecture in more detail and perhaps see in it line, form, textures and artistry that otherwise a casual glance would miss. All images are quite faithful to the subjects but are subverted by the viewing angle and juxtaposition of the background. The viewer is challenged to appraise the images in their own right and at different levels, perhaps resolving them into the familiar with a sense of satisfaction.