Both artists understand their power as documenters, and storytellers; in doing so they comment on the stories we tell ourselves every day, as we go about our city lives
By deconstructing the familiar elements in the ecosystem, the artwork is asking us to reconsider our actions towards nature, leave our ignorance behind and have an honest look into the future.
These paintings are the latest in a years-long series of works by Mackay in which he courageously explores the endless and surprising possibilities of painting itself. Their energy is infectious.
Ko’s aim of highlighting the serenity and beauty of nature, while immersed in the cacophony of our hyperbolic media environment, is extremely challenging. All the same, Ko makes a noble attempt – something that ought to be commended.