Philippa O’Brien

Project Title: LOOSE and COOL

Practice: Conceptual Documentary and Art Photography

The experience: Loose and Cool is an art documentary photography series exploring the unseen moments before a bull ride, capturing the camaraderie, concentration, and culture of New Zealand rodeo communities through medium-format film photography.

Developed over eight years, the project offers an alternative perspective on a rural tradition often misunderstood, encouraging dialogue and greater understanding between urban and rural audiences. 

Venue: Country Lane
Address: 26 Hansen Road, Frankton

Experience Date:‍ ‍Saturday 14 November, 1pm-5pm

Accessibility:
Venue open daily 9:00am - 5:00pm

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes 
Restrooms: Yes
Parking: Free parking onsite

Venue Website: https://www.countrylane.nz/

About the Artist:

Philippa is an Art Photographer based in Kingston. She was raised on in intergenerational high-country farm in Garston, a tiny settlement that was once considered remote. Philippa’s work is grounded in practical life, four seasons, and a childhood playtime revolving around a dress up box.

See more of the artist’s work:
• Visit Philippa’s website: www.philippaobrien.com
• Follow Philippa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philippa.obrien.photography/

The Creative Spaces Project is running throughout the month of November across the Queenstown Lakes region and can be explored via an interactive online map featuring participating artists, venues and installations.

Find out more and plan your creative trail at www.threelakesculturaltrust.co.nz/creative-spaces-project

The project was created by Three Lakes Cultural Trust in partnership with the Queenstown Lakes District Council with support from Central Lakes Trust.