MORPHING DISCARDS
Thursday 2 May to Sunday 2 June , with 24/7 access
Assembly Point, 152 Sturt Street, Southbank, VIC 3006
Morphing Discards is a kaleidoscopic assemblage showcasing discarded materials from the Heritage Council Victoria’s archaeological dig of the Metro Tunnel Project, repurposed marble stone works from Louise Marson’s personal archive, and discarded oyster shells sourced from Queen Victoria Market (QVM).
This exhibition champions Melbourne’s largest historical digs, while igniting deeper conversations about Naarm. Place and journey are integral to the work. The five-panel artwork morphs unearthed materials into an undulating topography, referential of Melbourne’s Hoddle Grid. Early European settlers frequently used oyster shells in the construction of Melbourne’s roads and buildings. The 'foundation' of the five panels is imbued with layers of crushed burnt oyster shells to form mortar. Along with a configuration of oyster shells on the vitrine floor, they weave together the narrative of colonization, extractivism, and consumerism.
Morphing Discards challenges the language surrounding the ‘discarded’, taking into consideration the perspective of an artist living with a Disability and returning a voice to the incorporated materials.
The accompanying immersive soundscape is a materiality symphony of sounds from the Metro Tunnel Project, QVM fish market and artist’s studio, while a short documentary film provides insight into multilayered act of making.
Photography: Pam Kleemann-Passi.
Video Documentation:
Scan QR code for accessible documentary & audio sound track
Transportation & Access:
Accessible public transportation
Street parking is a five-minute walk from the site
Wheelchair access (full space)
Morphing Discards is supported by:
Assembly Point Installation
Exhibition opening & celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day
