Photo XR Melbourne in Netherlands Exhibition
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I was delighted to learn yesterday that a photo I took at a recent XR action at South Wharf has been selected for an exhibition in the Netherlands. The action 'Dancing with Death' aimed to draw attention to the odious International Mining and Resources (IMARC) Conference that was on in Melbourne during the last week of October.
The Netherlands exhibition is entitled 'This is how rebellion looks' - https://www.facebook.com/
And this is how the organisers describe its aims: 'This curated exhibition gives you a glimpse of what an Extinction Rebellion action looks like. Diverse and yet harmonious, full of energy, hopefulness and solidarity. We want to share the feelings non-violent direct action generates among us. Feelings that have led us to rebel with creativity, cause and compassion. Let's express ourselves and enjoy the sense of human connection.' Who could resist that invitation?
I would so love to attend this event, to see the Melbourne photo amidst a range of others from different countries. All so different I am sure, but reflecting the wonderful, determined movement that XR has become. Of course the only way I could get to the Netherlands would be via magic carpet (carbon-free of course). And as I haven't noticed one around recently, I am very happy that the photo will be hanging there in my stead.
If you want to check out some more photos from the night XR danced with death click on:
posted by Sue Jackson | 7:50 PM
10 Comments:
Brilliant Sue. Very dynamic. Very vogue.
Fantastic achievement!
Thanks for the great feedback Rosie. And for your persistence in leaving a message too - much appreciated!
Many thanks, Luke, for your unflagging encouragement and support of my efforts!
Great photo Sue--- magic carpet rides may be too benign for XR to shift our recalcitrant politicians into facing reality --- perhaps radical activism requires a carbon free broom-stick and all the associated spells.
Wow Sue - this is wonderful And now I know what XR is!!! Let's talk soon.
Hi Garden Teacher,
Thank you for the feedback. I'm glad you now know what XR is, but who are you - so we can talk soon?
Hi Gabe,
I think you might be right! I am continually amazed at the creativity of the XR actions. While most of our politicians are completely out of step - and on the wrong side of history.
Congratulations Sue! A very dramatic photo (and action) well deserved recognition.
Thank you very much for your comment, Cathy. Yes, it was an amazing night and XR action.
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