Inspired by Edward Abby’s words, I became interested in the way we engage with National Parks today. I became fascinated with these selected points of interaction by experiencing the way these landmarks were being utilized every day. I started watching these fellow tourists, seeing how differently each person engaged with these same spaces, whether through a quick selfie or hours of taking in these marvels. Viewing this human phenomenon of experiencing views, I asked myself what makes a moment? In creating Established View, I look to answer my own intrinsic philosophical questions while seeking ways to bring to light Abby’s concerns with the contemporary perspective of the moment. Through these telling actions, I look to discover how culture influences the parks, and what this holds for the future of their preservation.
