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TREET TALK

Curated by Katie McWha

Blur the boundaries between the conventional gallery space and a vibrant urban landscape.

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Reservoir becomes the canvas, and talented artists from all walks unite to bring a ground-breaking and immersive showcase that transforms the very streets we tread upon - each piece telling its own unique story while reflecting on the complexities, emotions and social narratives that shape our experiences.

The artists invite us on a sensory experience for the mind and soul, daring us to view the streets with new eyes, and allowing us to be swept away with the captivating beauty that is our bustling metropolis.

‘1800 your mum’

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The contemporary work titled ‘1800 your mum’ provokes us to question the very foundations of conventional maternal adoration – urging us to confront societal norms and challenge our perceptions of authority.

At first glance the piece may appear as an act of defiance, or spontaneously juvenile. However, a further look reveals a critique of the power dynamics at play within our maternal relationships, as well as gently mocking the notion of maternal worship.

‘1800 your mum’ laughs at the absurdity of societal expectations, while the artist invites us to question our own preconceived notions while embarking down a path of self-reflection.

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