This work asks us to think about the passage of time, the old blue door here is both subject and metaphor. In its weathered surface, paint chipping in delicate patterns, the gradual emergence of a unique patina, we see the narrative of ageing made visible. This image, set in the heart of Leith, offers a commentary that reaches far beyond the literal.
digital photographic image printed on Foamalite PVC Board
Image Size: 12 * 18 inches
Unframed Single Edition £400
Today, where youthfulness is often idealised and the marks of time are hastily concealed, the work challenges us to reconsider our perceptions. The doors’ enduring presence speaks to the quiet beauty of transformation, suggesting that every crack and chip is a testament to experience rather than decline. Just as the metal elements of the door develops a protective verdigris, so too do people gather wisdom, resilience, and a certain grace as they age.
This work invites viewers to reflect on their own journeys and to find value in their imperfections. Rather than viewing ageing as a process of loss, the work encourages an appreciation for the stories etched into our surfaces and the growth that comes with time. In an era so concerned with the new and unblemished, this image reminds us that there is dignity and allure in things—and people—that have weathered the years. Ageing, it implies, is not to be resisted but embraced, for it is through the passage of time that true character emerges.
This image is printed onto a PVC board, suitable for flat, shadow box or floating frame styles you can speak to your local framer about these styles, or I can arrange to have this done for you, just use the contact me button with an idea of the sort of framing you’re after and I can get you a quote.
