Rachel Lowndes - Marks

Marks acts to juxtapose notions of abscence and presence. The empty stage spaces that Lowndes documents, reveal elements of history in relation to the Theatre that we perhaps would not at first be inclined to consider. The evident ‘marks’ and usage of the space, narrates a drama of the surroundings to a new audience.

Here we are given a new insight to such spaces; challenging the role of the audience in relation to the theatre space. At a time when impending funding cuts to such institutions poses a threat to establishments and artists alike across the Arts Industries, Rachel Lowndes’ images draw attention to the importance of the theatre space with audiences worldwide. 

Without the enhancements of lighting or decoration, these settings are examined as permanent structures; allowing the audience to consider the artificiality of their almost ‘day-to-day’ re-working. 

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