London – Luton. The Meridian

The series “London - Luton. The Meridian” traces the landscape along the Greenwich Meridian in the Lea Valley. In the 19th century, the Lea Valley provided London with essential raw materials and industrial output that contributed to the power of the British Empire. During this time the Meridian was established as a literal and symbolic expression that this land was the centre of the world.

“London - Luton. The Meridian” explores the evolution of space over time as the Meridian is no longer an important power line. The series shows placid nature, mundane leisure sites, and relics of the industrial past that are no longer teeming with Imperial force. Central to the approach is the concept of Psychogeography, which explores the relationships of place to its social and cultural history.

“London - Luton. The Meridian” is part of a larger project on the Lea Valley with two other photographers and researchers at Goldsmiths, University of London.

The image N 51º30.806 – W 000º00.066 (the gas works) has received a merit award at the Fujifilm Distinctions Awards 2008. It was also selected best image in show at the 12 12 Gallery Manchester National Juried Fine Art Exhibition: Small Works 2009.

All images: digital C-type prints. 20x20 inches, edition of 5 (+ 2 AP).