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September 25, 2006
Habitat. Urban Fiction
Habitat. Urban Fiction: Urban Fiction is two parts photography, and one part model structure. We've always been into models and miniaturized creations. Ever since my Dad bought me my first Lionel train, I've been intrigued by landscapes - especially urban ones. Danwen Projects, since 2004, has put together an interesting exhibit marked by cityscapes reduced to miniature creations.
Here are few words from his site: "The idea of this work was forged when I was traveling around Europe by train in 2003. After being in so many cities in the world, I realized that globalization has made urban landscapes everywhere similar and blurred the boundaries between them. So often, "here" can be anywhere. I have brought my vision and perspective to these urban spaces. The architectural structures that I photographed are all maquettes made to promote real-estate developments that are being planned in China today. Some of the buildings already exist, and others will soon begin construction. When you face these models showing such a variety of different spaces and think about the life-styles associated with them, you start to wonder: is this the picture of life today? Do we really live in this kind of space and environment?"
View the ongoing exhibit known as Urban Fiction [Here]
Posted by taj at September 25, 2006 12:53 AM