‘Language of Landscapes’ Research Project

‘Language of Landscapes’ is an exploration of human interactions, both emotional and physical, with the post-industrial landscape of the former Carmarthen Bay Power Station, a coal-fired power plant on the shore of the Burry Inlet, Afon Llwchwr. 

The work began with an intensive year-long period of creative research:

 “... this was about giving myself permission and time to explore and gain a deep understanding of my local landscape, to learn about the heritage of the area, to get a real understanding of the ecology of this coastline.” 

Roz’s explorations of ecological sensitivity, erosion, and fragile and marginal habitats are captured through drawing, micro and macro photography, video, mapping, textile and dyeing techniques, and natural and woman-made fabrications.
Being fascinated, in particular, with the loose weavings of plant materials and plastics, or ‘sea rolls’ - ‘Gatherings’, that are created in the tidal waters of the Afon Llwchwr. See picture 2, 3, 4. She developed her own ‘Gatherings’ creating natural objects in her own fabric rolls (see picture 4 and 12) sea debris, plants and plastics,

Through her artistic practice of slowing down and giving close attention, Roz was able to develop new ways of seeing, reflecting, and responding to her environment.

She says: “I look with a dyslexic mind, eyes, and voice. My work arises out of my own lived experience as a disabled person.” ‘Language of Landscapes’ thus explores intimate personal and human connections with landscape, from the standpoint of being a disabled woman, and examining pathways ‘to empower’ silenced voices to express feelings and responses to the land”. 

The research and development of “Language of Landscapes” was generously supported by the Arts Council of Wales “Creative Steps”.