Dillon Marsh

Dillon Marsh, born in Cape Town in 1981, still resides in his hometown today. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Fine Art from the University of Stellenbosch, where he first discovered his passion for photography—a creative pursuit he has continued to explore ever since.

Marsh’s artistic approach focuses on highlighting distinct elements within landscapes, particularly those that reflect the complex and often unintended ways humans interact with their environment. By integrating computer-generated imagery into select photographic series, he unveils hidden patterns and dynamics that traditional photography alone cannot convey.

For What It’s Worth / Copper O'okiep Mine

For What It’s Worth / Platinum

For What It’s Worth / Copper Nababeep Mine

For What It's Worth

Dillon Marsh visualises the output of gold-, copper- and diamond mines by the combination of photography and digital scale models in the Unknown Mine Zone. Mines mark places of sacrifice and profit, but also of hard labour and applied engineering, regardless whether or not the mine is asleep or active.

The sculptural scale models visualise the material extracted from the mine in a given place.
What are the earnings and shortcomings of mining in South Africa; an industry that has so radically shaped the country and its economy?

The project reveals how mining has taken its toll and the immense scars that have been left on the landscape, above as well as below ground.

Sizes (framed):
W 1370 mm x H 1120 mm

Price on request

Items

For What it’s Worth
Copper O'okiep Mine

For What it’s Worth
Copper Palabora Mine

For What it’s Worth
Gold West Rand Gold Field

For What it’s Worth
Copper Nababeep Mine

For What it’s Worth
Platinum