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Childrens Silhouettes Installation
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Childrens Silhouettes Installation
A person walks past an installation of silhouettes of children on the lawns of Parliament House in Canberra. The silhouettes of 231 children represent the number of children still held in detention
Australian Associated Press (AAP) - The Heart of Australian News
Author:: MICK TSIKAS
Credit:: AAPIMAGE
Dated:: 4th June 2015
AAP Reference: 20150604001140758251
Media ID 11210664
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures the poignant Childrens Silhouettes Installation, a thought-provoking display that graced the lawns of Parliament House in Canberra. As a person walks past, their presence emphasizes the significance of this installation and its message. Created by renowned photographer Mick Tsikas from Australian Associated Press (AAP), this image encapsulates the emotional weight carried by each silhouette representing 231 innocent children still held in detention. The stark contrast between the vibrant green lawn and the dark silhouettes serves as a visual metaphor for these children's lives being overshadowed by their unjust circumstances. The artist's choice to depict them solely through silhouettes further amplifies their anonymity and highlights how they have become faceless statistics within society. This installation demands attention, urging viewers to confront the harsh reality faced by these detained children. It prompts us to question our collective responsibility towards ensuring every child is afforded safety, care, and freedom – fundamental rights that should never be compromised. Mick Tsikas' photograph not only documents this impactful artwork but also captures an important moment in time when art becomes a catalyst for social change. Through his lens, he immortalizes both the physical installation and its profound symbolism, inviting us all to reflect on our role in shaping a more compassionate world where no child remains confined behind bars.
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