A Matrix of Place
From Then to Now
The idea of resurgence is, in a sense, the mere passage of time applied to places with tangible evidence of change. This introductory entry illustrates Seattle’s Carkeek Park, a junction of natural, social, and built environments. The resulting visual menu is rich and compelling; below are five examples.
The park contains Seattle’s oldest orchard, remnant old growth forest, and the critical spine of a creek, tributaries, and ravines. Breached by treatment plants, railroads, and traditional park spaces, walking trails cross histories of these natural and built environments. Finally, the social evidence of human activity weaves these environments together.
More entries will appear throughout the month of August, and will generate the basis for future presentations and exhibits. All photos by Charles R. Wolfe. Do not copy.
