Dimensions: image: 410 x 594 mm
Copyright: © Jeremy King | CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 DEED, Photo: Tate
Curator: Jeremy King's "Silverdale" presents a study in contrasts. The arrangement of forms creates a balanced visual experience. Editor: It's undeniably idyllic, almost too quiet. I wonder about the industry suggested by that patterned chimney and what exploitation underpinned its existence. Curator: The chimney punctuates the composition, creating a vertical counterpoint to the horizontal landscape. The subdued palette contributes to the overall atmospheric quality. Editor: The idyllic nature feels deliberate, perhaps masking complex class dynamics. Who has access to this countryside idyll? Who profits? Curator: Regardless, the muted tones and skillful interplay of light and shadow reveal King's talent for evoking a sense of place. Editor: Place is never neutral. "Silverdale" prompts contemplation about the stories embedded within this landscape. Perhaps a challenge to see beyond the pretty surface.