Angela Griffiths: Vanishing Point

23 May - 26 July 2009

In conjunction with the Green Expectations project at Latrobe City Council, Latrobe Regional Gallery is featuring a ‘green’ installation by Angela Griffiths which represents the plight of Antarctica.

Angela has created a map of Antarctica filled with more than 1600 hand-made white porcelain cones all lit with LED lights. As the sun sets the map changes colour from pure white to white and blue. The blue highlights the disappearing coast of the southern continent due to global warming.

The installation is a tribute to the sublime beauty and delicate nature of the Southern continent in the hope it may raise awareness and encourage discussion on the issues surrounding climate change.