Water Folds

Embracing the notion of “the island” as thematic trope, Water Folds considers the cultural and community water-based practices specific to Burramuttagal Waters (Sydney Harbour) and explores water as a regulator of the body and mind, and of the climate. Without a meaningful and routine connection to place, we cannot expect deep acts of care. In evaluating the islands interrelation to main-land, reasonings are suggested as to the likelihood of citizens of the locally adjacent main-land areas, such as Balmain and Birchgrove, utilising Wareamah Island in a habitual and routine manner rather than in the manner of a 'derelict excursionist'.