Writer & Academic
Matthew Tankard
What holds particular significance for you in/about Neilsen Park country and Bottle and Glass Point?
Seymour is particularly drawn to seaweed, a vital component in marine systems that provides food and habitat for diverse aquatic life. Seaweed aquaculture further positions itself as a potential aid in the climate crisis, holding uses as food, biofuels and fertilisers. It is important to recognise that First Nations have a deep and diverse traditional knowledge of Australian natural resources, including seaweed. Through Seymour’s research for the Rockpools project, she considers sustainable and ethical methods of ‘extracting’ seaweed as a material for artistic purposes.
Background
Matthew Tankard is a composer and audio artist based in Naarm. His work focuses on creating layered, experimental music that combines acoustic and digital instruments, producing soundscapes that are both familiar and dreamlike. His compositions often unfold in a stream-of-consciousness manner, aiming to create lingering meditative, introspective experiences.
Alongside his music practice, Matthew is an experienced podcast producer, working in professional audio storytelling for major Australian podcasts. He has composed music for a range of commercial projects and continues to perform and release work under his own name.
How do you create spaces for contemporary leadership, learning and collaboration with other people and the environment?
My work and leadership evolves tentatively but with focus. When people come together to discuss and learn, an approach that relies on openness, honesty, respect and dedication is required. I try to uphold this in all my movements as artist, collaborator, student and teacher.
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We live and work on Bidjigal, Birrabirragal and Gadigal Country. We honour the ongoing cultural and ecological relationships First Nations Australians hold with Country, waters and skies and acknowledge their continued custodianship.
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