Traces of the Future

Traces of the Future is a monumental vertical structure that functions as a portal where past and future converge. The sculpture is characterized by carved voids within the stone that resemble human silhouettes—echoes of generations inscribed into the material. As these negative spaces ascend, they appear to dissolve into the light, suggesting a spiritual or collective evolution. The concept is deeply tied to Tahlia Street, viewing the historic transformation of saltwater into freshwater as a metaphor for human ingenuity reshaping the environment. The artwork is not static; it relies on the movement of the sun to activate the interior silhouettes, causing them to shift, merge, and disappear throughout the day. This interplay of light and shadow turns the sculpture into a temporal experience, reminding viewers that the future is built upon the accumulated traces of those who came before.