Inspired by sequestered historical narratives and scientific inquiry, Riah King-Wall's work is heavily influenced by classical European portraiture methods and specimen drawing. Her past work has examined the roles of women in entomological and paleontological fields, consistently probing their historical circumscription with the inter-connectivity of visual arts and science. Her current practice of large scale botanical specimens continues to hint at such anecdotal relationships, exploring the part scientific drawings played in the development of food practices.
Riah King-Wall completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts (First Class Honours) at Massey University in 2013. She is currently working towards her Masters in Museum and Heritage Studies at Victoria University of Wellington.
-When asked about her participation in the show:
Why I'm taking part in Concoction...
Scientific development over the past few hundred years has widely increased separation between the creation and consumption of food. This has deeply influenced our current eating patterns and comforts. Concoction is an exciting space to venture questions and discussions around capitalist systems, the power of food science as an industry, and its part in shaping our culture.
Riah King-Wall completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts (First Class Honours) at Massey University in 2013. She is currently working towards her Masters in Museum and Heritage Studies at Victoria University of Wellington.
-When asked about her participation in the show:
Why I'm taking part in Concoction...
Scientific development over the past few hundred years has widely increased separation between the creation and consumption of food. This has deeply influenced our current eating patterns and comforts. Concoction is an exciting space to venture questions and discussions around capitalist systems, the power of food science as an industry, and its part in shaping our culture.