Current exhibitions

Elizabeth Ficken completed the Bachelor of Visual Arts with Honors, at the Australian National University in 2011, majoring in Sculpture. Within her practice Architecture plays an integral role, where the geometry of linear forms are considered in the work, conveying a type of stillness. Reflecting on natural elements of light,sky and clouds express a weightless quality that informs her making, allowing a space for contemplation.

Awaken 3 created by using multiple threadlike strands of wire aluminium mesh. The inside/outside Sculpture plinth becomes a part of the work, encasing the form as a protection. Safeguarding a precious aspect of our being, our mind. The square embodies the foundations of life. It can also be a manifestation to breathe, get grounded and focus on your centre. In Buddhism the square is seen as a connection to enlightenment. As the square is the most solid shape, both the mind and physical body must be balanced by the square to maintain enlightenment. The way we think, feel and act is important to our wellbeing. Our mental health can be isolating to the mind, body and soul. Keeping our body and emotions healthy allows us to be fully present in the moment, and the square form which acts as a mind/body resonates this through the material of dark becoming light.

Dark coils dormant
Unfurling upwards,
Lighter, floating into strands.
The mind awakens.

Visit the Inside Outside Sculpture Plinth in Ted Mack Civic Park day or night.