Basket, containing amongst other things; Jasmine, Roses, Lavender, salt, seawater and matches!

Ritualistic Walking

My MA study has explored how people may connect to place through the act of traversal, that is walking. In September last year, (2012) I created an art installation for the Whitstable Biennale that examined how a ritualistic walk can engage people to place.

The Salt Way is an ancient track in Kent which runs from Whitstable to Canterbury. I have researched this as a case study for my investigation into how people connect to place. 

Last weekend I organised a similar 'performance' along a particular section this old salt trading route.

The group of people involved enjoyed this archetypal event, recognising the connection we still have between us, the land and the many others who have walked the path before us.