Academia: Academe

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CreatorJenkinson, MeganNameAcademia: AcademeDate Made1995Medium DescriptionCibachrome collageObject NumberLU196Dimensions238 x 362 mm (sight)Further informationAcademia: Academe by Megan Jenkinson was part of the 1997 exhibition 'The Virtues,' which toured Aotearoa, New Zealand. The exhibition explored the ancient Greek and Roman concept where female figures in art symbolised moral behaviour and served as role models. Jenkinson aimed to 'rescue' these Virtues, recognising that modern society still faces similar moral dilemmas but lacks guidance. She described the exhibition as her attempt to 'reawaken the struggles the Virtues must eternally experience,' hoping they might again assist us in our own trials.

This image presents the Virtue 'Academia' in a precarious situation, balanced on a tightrope above a crowd of excited students. Gathered for their celebratory march up the main street of Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland, these students have completed their degrees and are about to graduate. However, the pressure of employment and uncertain futures lingers in the air.
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