The Crossing Place of Road and River. A Walk of the Same Length as the River Avon: An 84 Mile Northward Walk Along the Foss Way Roman Road 1977

Editor: This photograph, "The Crossing Place of Road and River" by Richard Long, seems to capture a very specific point of intersection. It's so understated, almost like a document. What draws your eye when you look at this work? Curator: It's precisely that understated quality that speaks volumes. Long’s work often engages with the politics of land and access. The Roman road, the river – these are historical markers of power and movement. How does framing this 'crossing place' challenge or reinforce those power dynamics for you? Editor: I hadn't considered the power dynamics at play. The act of walking, of tracing the river, becomes a commentary on claiming space, right? Curator: Exactly. And consider the environmental implications. Long's interventions are often temporary, but they raise questions about our impact on the landscape. Do you think this photograph captures a sustainable interaction? Editor: I see it now - it's less about the image itself and more about the questions it raises about history, land use, and our place within it all. Thank you. Curator: It's been a pleasure exploring those questions together. Long’s work invites us to reconsider our relationship with the earth.