‘A Place to Chat’ MAC yapang Sculpture Park
Photo by Wanagi Zable-Andrews
From afar the ‘A Place to Chat,’ bench sinks into its environment, complimenting the stunning surroundings of yapang. In the creation of this work, I shared conversations with the Lake Macquaire and Newcastle Suicide Prevention Network and folks with lived experience as we, together, hoped to create a place to chat. Following our conversations I made small design choices, words of support wrap around the work, adding texture to run your hands over. The two tones of earthy warm colours and smooth curves allow you to sink into the bench and look out at the water for hours. The shape of the sculpture is intended to allow for conversation from different locations, no need to make eye contact if you’re not feeling it. Please use this work to talk, to be present in a space and enjoy the beauty of Awabakal land.
Developed in partnership with @lakemac_newcastle_suicide_pn and assisted by the Australian Government through Australian Council for the Arts, its arts funding and advisory body and by the NSW government through Create NSW.
Hotham Street, Cranbourne
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Photos by Sam Biddle
A large installation along the length of the Hotham Street Shopping Strip in Cranbourne, Casey. This project includes 4 large areas of fill and small moments along the footpath, including a hopscotch and other opportunities for play and interaction. Having input with the landscape designers to choose furniture colours as well as designing a bespoke flower artwork chair, two tables and a large canopy shade.

From afar the ‘A Place to Chat,’ bench sinks into its environment, complimenting the stunning surroundings of yapang. In the creation of this work, I shared conversations with the Lake Macquaire and Newcastle Suicide Prevention Network and folks with lived experience as we, together, hoped to create a place to chat. Following our conversations I made small design choices, words of support wrap around the work, adding texture to run your hands over. The two tones of earthy warm colours and smooth curves allow you to sink into the bench and look out at the water for hours. The shape of the sculpture is intended to allow for conversation from different locations, no need to make eye contact if you’re not feeling it. Please use this work to talk, to be present in a space and enjoy the beauty of Awabakal land.
Developed in partnership with @lakemac_newcastle_suicide_pn and assisted by the Australian Government through Australian Council for the Arts, its arts funding and advisory body and by the NSW government through Create NSW.
Hotham Street, Cranbourne
Photos by Sam Biddle
A large installation along the length of the Hotham Street Shopping Strip in Cranbourne, Casey. This project includes 4 large areas of fill and small moments along the footpath, including a hopscotch and other opportunities for play and interaction. Having input with the landscape designers to choose furniture colours as well as designing a bespoke flower artwork chair, two tables and a large canopy shade.
I See You, I Saw You 2025
Photos by Sam Biddle
The seesaw, titled I See You, I Saw You, operates like any other. It requires two people to function; one must rise for the other to lower, in an act of balance, interdependence and quiet collaboration. By placing this traditional children’s toy in a sculptural context, the work encourages relaxation, connection, and a reimagining of how public space can be shared.
Design: Abbey Rich
Fabrication: GrooveFab
Let’s Grow Together Camden Council NSW
2025
This work brings people together. Three separate sculptural concrete benches sit together, forming a dynamic composition that echoes the movement of falling leaves.
The shape is fluid and organic, with curving lines that mirror the forms of eucalyptus leaves while also reflecting the flooding water lines that are characteristic of the area.
These sculptural seats are designed to flow together, creating a unified presence that speaks to both the land and its elements. The varying shapes and curves encourage connection and interaction. The work invites you to connect—to talk, reflect, and share the space.
Design: Abbey Rich
Fabrication: 2Barrows
Photographs: Progress shots supplied by artist. Professional images on completion.

The seesaw, titled I See You, I Saw You, operates like any other. It requires two people to function; one must rise for the other to lower, in an act of balance, interdependence and quiet collaboration. By placing this traditional children’s toy in a sculptural context, the work encourages relaxation, connection, and a reimagining of how public space can be shared.

Design: Abbey Rich
Fabrication: GrooveFab
Let’s Grow Together Camden Council NSW
2025
This work brings people together. Three separate sculptural concrete benches sit together, forming a dynamic composition that echoes the movement of falling leaves.
The shape is fluid and organic, with curving lines that mirror the forms of eucalyptus leaves while also reflecting the flooding water lines that are characteristic of the area.
These sculptural seats are designed to flow together, creating a unified presence that speaks to both the land and its elements. The varying shapes and curves encourage connection and interaction. The work invites you to connect—to talk, reflect, and share the space.
Design: Abbey Rich
Fabrication: 2Barrows
Photographs: Progress shots supplied by artist. Professional images on completion.