Powerhouse
I embarked on this journey as part of a photojournalism workshop. With his decades of experience, Steve Holland opened our eyes to the nuances of storytelling through the lens. His teachings emphasised the transcendence of a photo from being a mere snapshot to a narrative force. The Brisbane Powerhouse, with its rich history and transformative journey from an industrial behemoth to a bustling arts centre, presented the ideal canvas to apply these lessons.
The story that unfolds in this essay is not linear; it's dimensional. It traverses through the ghostly remnants of the Powerhouse's industrial past – rusted machinery, weathered bricks, and echoes of workers who once toiled within its walls. Each photograph is a homage to this iconic space and its evolution, showcasing the physical transformation and the intangible energies that permeate its walls.
— Moe Louanjli, Brisbane, 2012.