REMAINS 2013

Curator: Willie Doherty's photograph, entitled REMAINS, confronts us with an image of a car consumed by flames. Editor: My initial reaction? A gut-punch of visceral energy. It's a spectacle of destruction, a chaotic dance between form and formlessness. The flames almost feel alive. Curator: Doherty often explores themes of conflict, memory, and the legacy of violence. The burning car, a potent symbol, might represent societal breakdown or the erasure of history. Editor: Absolutely. We need to consider the socio-political context. Could this be read as a commentary on systemic oppression, perhaps the Troubles, where burning cars were tragically common? It’s a stark reminder of the fragility of peace. Curator: It's haunting how the metal body becomes this twisted canvas, surrendering to the elements. Editor: This photograph is such a powerful statement. It's a call to acknowledge the devastating consequences of unrest and injustice. Curator: A sobering thought.