Tranquillity and Ruin

Mugdock Country Park, with its quiet forests and crumbling ruins, becomes both sanctuary and witness in Tranquillity and Ruin. This series of black-and-white photographs explores the profound connection between public outdoor spaces and the human experience of grief, loss, and healing. Rooted in the lingering shadows of the COVID pandemic and the realities of PTSD, the work reflects on the restorative power of nature in times of uncertainty. Paired with original poetry, the images invite the viewer to step into a moment of solitude, reflection, and renewal.