Encounters

This exhibition brings together recent bodies of work by celebrated Australian artist Morganna Magee – extraordinary experiences (2020-ongoing), Beware of people who dislike cats (2023) and The Paddocks (2024-ongoing).

Magee’s recent work responds to the notion of encounters – encounters between humans and animals, and the ways in which humans connect with each other and the natural world. Many of Magee’s photographs were taken on journeys in nature, where subjects reveal themselves to her. The resulting works are tender, close and considered studies of Magee’s surroundings, based on a deep care and respect for the people, animals and places she photographs.

This care extends to her consideration of the photographic medium, including its fallibility. Blurring, flare, visible emulsion – those things which are usually considered mistakes – are embraced and heighten the psychological intensity of her work. Through her practice, Magee reflects on the nature and power of photography, a medium which allows for fleeting encounters and feelings to be captured, contained and remembered.

Curated by Catlin Langford.