Agata Madejska's series Kosmos depicts a metal playground that stands out against its natural, woodsy setting. The playground equipment is shiny and well-lit to stand out against the dark, almost colorless backgrounds; even so, each subject is placed in the center of the photograph -- as if it would be possible to overlook the metallic shine were it not centered in the frame.
The series seems to portray a child's play-place as a mysterious, otherworldly location. The metal structures are futuristic and also bare. The artist could be commenting on the fact that despite the presence of shiny, futuristic playgrounds, many children today don't play outside and are instead inside playing with shiny, futuristic technology.
I really enjoy these photographs. Most of the time when I see playgrounds, they are in open, public areas and are full of children. These images at least make the playground appear to be secluded and deserted. It creates a sense of mystery and almost fear that is not normally associated with a place that should symbolize childhood fun. I am intrigued by the way that the cold metal stands out against the dark trees behind it and wonder how the artist achieved this effect.
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