Micro-Landscapes of the Anthropocene

Connecting with Mother Nature- Elle Andreopoulos (Week 1)

These images awaken a certain sense of consciousness. A realisation of the self. In particular, the ‘plane view’ image gives insight into how microscopic we are in the totality of Mother Nature. Through this bird's eye view shot, we can see what the bird sees. The bird looks down, it sees us. We look up, we see the bird. A friendly exchange where human and nature become one. A time where any hierarchies are vanquished. The image captures a gradient in the sky, where the colours blend from a deep blue to light blue, to white, and back to a light blue. These layers represent how closely the facets of our world are all connected. The question at hand is, can humans truly capture the natural world via photography? Looking at these images, I believe they visually portray the natural world, allowing us to see the world through a certain lens. They remind us to appreciate its beauty and capabilities. However, a photo cannot encapsulate the internal sensation when bodily amidst the natural world. Indulging Nature is a spiritual experience which often charms our senses.

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