Fragments explores the delicate interplay between nature and human impact at Point Cooke Marine Sanctuary, where urban sprawl meets thriving ecosystems. Just 30 minutes from Melbourne, this 290-hectare sanctuary protects diverse landscapes—from salt marshes and seagrass mudflats to rocky reefs and seaweed-strewn beaches.
As the traditional Country of the Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation, this land carries millennia of care and resilience, despite the disruptions of colonial settlement. Once a saltworks, the Cheetham Wetlands now provide vital habitats for migratory birds and other species.
Through macro photography, Fragments reveals hidden stories: shattered glass casting abstract shadows, bleached seaweed shaped like hearts, and shimmering oil slicks on ancient basalt. These moments invite reflection on the fragile balance between built and natural worlds. Fragments celebrates the beauty of what’s near, urging us to pause, look closer, and discover the extraordinary in our everyday environments
