disorientation /dĭs-ôr′′ē-ĕn-tā′shən/

noun

Loss of one's sense of direction, position, or relationship with one's surroundings.

Mental confusion or impaired awareness, especially regarding place, time, or personal identity.

The Bogong, fragile, is fighting for its survival as a recently declared endangered species. In this video work, I aim to connect our common life, contrasting a recent interview with an employee at Australian Parliament House and a fictional empathic conversation with a moth.

DETAILS:

Part one: In conversation with a Bogong.

Part two: They used to be a nuisance (A retelling of what a landscaper at Australian Parliament House told the artist on 31/05/2024).

• Video, stereo channel, 1920 x 1080, H264, 30 FPS. Duration: 3:47” (Part of a 4-part installation)

• Concept and script: Toni Hassan.

• The original video was shot with a smartphone by Alison Ford.

• Editing and sound production: Oliver Martin.

• Voices: Lavinia Martin, Toni Hassan and Oliver Martin.