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SKYVERSE

The series Skyverse is an exploration of existentialism, contemplating existential solace as an alternative to existential dread or anguish. Here, the freedom that accompanies meaninglessness is conceptualised as the ultimate opportunity for expression, both individually and collectively as communities. It invites us to consider what curated-sanctuary looks like and the levels at which this is possible. The series reflects upon elements such as introspection, inner-trust, presence, coexistence, connection, radical acceptance, and/or escapism. These ideas are expressed via 35mm film photographs of empty sky treated with heat, water, smoke, salt, citrus, and other elements, resulting in emulsion melting and vivid dreamlike colours. This process is done by hand and what develops is embraced without digital editing, mirroring the dual forces of randomness and choice.

Images throughout the series feature existential voids, moments of destruction, vibrancy, organic shapes, and fluidity.

Existential Solace

Skyverse

Existential Solace

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Existential Solace

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Dreamer

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Dreamer

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Dreamer

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Our Abyss

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Our Abyss

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Our Abyss

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Earthling

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Earthling

Skyverse

Earthling

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Wormholes

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Wormholes

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Wormholes

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They

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They

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They

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Stage Left

Skyverse

Stage Left

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Stage Left

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Shades Of Matter

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Shades Of Matter

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Shades Of Matter

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Reflection

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Reflection

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Reflection

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Phoenix

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Phoenix

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Phoenix

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Peace

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Peace

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Peace

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Our Void

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Our Void

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Our Void

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Matterless

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Matterless

Skyverse

Matterless

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Love

Skyverse

Love

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Love

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Inter Space

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Inter Space

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Inter Space

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I'll Be Your Angel

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I'll Be Your Angel

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I'll Be Your Angel

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Heaven

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Heaven

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Heaven

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Gifts And Presence

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Gifts And Presence

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Gifts And Presence

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Gaze

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Gaze

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Gaze

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Eye Contact

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Eye Contact

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Eye Contact

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Curator

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Curator

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Curator

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All And Nothing

Skyverse

All And Nothing

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All And Nothing

Skyverse

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I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands and waters where I work and live, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past, present, and future, and celebrate the ongoing art, storytelling, and cultural traditions that have been practised on this land by one of the oldest cultures on the planet.

 © 2025 - Melanie Skyers

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I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands and waters where I work and live, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past, present, and future, and celebrate the ongoing art, storytelling, and cultural traditions that have been practised on this land by one of the oldest cultures on the planet.

 © 2025 - Melanie Skyers

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I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands and waters where I work and live, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past, present, and future, and celebrate the ongoing art, storytelling, and cultural traditions that have been practised on this land by one of the oldest cultures on the planet.

 © 2025 - Melanie Skyers