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'dependence on inspiration means dependence on consciousness a growing consciousness that develops from an awareness of beauty and happiness'
Agnes Martin
alice though the looking glass
elm, 2000
work from the mowbray park residency, sunderland
'points of light'
elm,2000.
height 190 cm.
the title refers to Jeanette Winterson's sub-atomic description in 'Sexing the Cherry':
'Matter, that thing the most solid and the well known, which you are holding in your hands and which makes up your body, is now known to be mostly empty space. Empty space and points of light. What does this say about the reality of the world'
the holes through the piece cast a pattern of light on the ground when the sun aligns with the piece, and conversely one is able to catch glimpses of the sky and landscape behind the piece - glimpses of reality.
'feel the rhythm'
beech, 2000.
height 210 cm
music and the rhythm and pulse of life.
'dance'
elm, 2000.
height 160 cm
distinct unique elements forming a complimentary and harmonious whole.
oak benches and table
Castle Park, Cheshire.
bench in the foreground is 2-sided to form a 'love seat' facing both ways. made from a 200 year old oak tree that was growing on the site of the seats. a new oak has been planted close to the pieces.
chinese style bridge
larch, 2000
private commission, northumberland.
back to the woods 2 years on to add to the 2 bridges made last time,
a beautiful place and a great privilege.
.© richard caink.2000