After completing my on foot exploration of possible sites to respond to, I am set in the idea that Hyde Park combines all of the elements I will need to develop my concept. All over the city I have seen aesthetically appealing shape, texture and colour; however Hyde Park's sense of calm in the tranquil presence of nature is unique. I tend to draw my inspiration from naturally occurring growth and transformation that are two elements that I feel more in touch with in this site. In the hustle and bustle of the city nature is ever-present but buried beneath the mechanically man-made and the rush of self involved people. I feel that it is important that I can work comfortably here taking sanctuary in the audio of sustainable life, shared public space and the sheer beauty surrounding me. Already i feel a connection to the work of Richard Long in the circular set paving stone and Sophie Calle and her claim of ownership of public space ('Phone Booth'). I see potential for the combination of environmental, public, interactive and site-specific art. I am confident at this stage that the Hyde Park site will not put any constraints on my creative strategy or on the implementation of any idea that I may develop.
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