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Gordon Wang Earth's ephemeris

Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang

Earth’s ephemeris represents an alternative reality where abandoning Earth is essential. The narrative follows a rover named CT-320 which is created to survey various planets as possible locations for human colonisation. However, as this plan has been initiated too late, Earth has plummeted into a dystopia where a climate change catastrophe has taken hold. This narrative serves as a cautionary tale about what could happen in reality if climate change is left unchecked. It also critiques the actions of humans by juxtaposing Earth with other planets that are flourishing, thus positioning the audience to comprehend Earth’s current state.

Influencing artists:
Alyssa Gerwig
Chesley Bonestell
Robert McCall

School

Sefton High School

ARTEXPRESS year

2020

HSC year

2019

Process diary

Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang
Work by Gordon Wang