‘Ironopolis’: Meaning iron-city, focuses on Teesside and its recent demolition of the once second largest steelworks in Europe, Redcar Blast Furnace. The artwork attempts to resonate with the region whilst educating a wider audience about the important role Teesside played in industralisation. In consequence, it reflects on the social and political issues that led to the demolition along with the overall decline in the region.
The body of work comprising "Ironopolis" is characterised by an interplay of interdisciplinary artworks, drawing inspiration from local media publication. It brings attention to Teesside’s deindustrialisation and how it was not seen as a national loss, despite the global impact of its steel industry in building iconic landmarks like the Sydney Harbour Bridge, One World Trade Center, and One Canada Square.
The body of work comprising "Ironopolis" is characterised by an interplay of interdisciplinary artworks, drawing inspiration from local media publication. It brings attention to Teesside’s deindustrialisation and how it was not seen as a national loss, despite the global impact of its steel industry in building iconic landmarks like the Sydney Harbour Bridge, One World Trade Center, and One Canada Square.
