COMMON GROUND: The Welsh Border

The concept of COMMON GROUND: The Welsh Border scenario presents a  vision of a newly independent Wales, separated from England by a border wall. This wall embodies the complex interplay of nationalism, sovereignty, and globalisation in a post-Brexit world. It serves as both a literal and metaphorical divide, disrupting centuries of shared history and cultural exchange between Wales and England. The wall's construction brings forth a myriad of consequences, from the practical challenges of divided communities and disrupted trade to the psychological impact on border residents. It symbolises the tension between preserving national identity and the realities of an interconnected world. The scenario also explores themes of surveillance, advanced technology, and the exploitation of natural resources, with hints of alien or otherworldly elements that add a science fiction twist to the political and social commentary. This border wall becomes a central character in the narrative, influencing every aspect of life in the Welsh Borderlands and serving as a focal point for discussions on identity, progress, and the nature of borders in the modern world.

This educational pack consists of 35mm slides, a booklet and tape cassette. 

the work includes hybrid AI and analogue artefacts