Julia Holden's 2012 Photographs 013

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of shells on a beach arranged to spell out the word 'smile' and a smiley face.

Photograph of Gap Filler project 20 (38)

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A poem written on Gap Filler and Poetica's "Instant Poetry" wall on Colombo Street. The poem reads, "With gap-tooth smiles, still she stands, with eyes still open, a lovers glance. Michelle".

Photograph of Gap Filler project 20 (54)

Images, UC QuakeStudies

Messages on the "I hope Christchurch will..." blackboard on the corner of Tuam and Colombo Streets. Members of the public were invited to fill in the gaps with what they would like to see in the rebuilt city. Messages can be seen, such as, "Smile!", "Be filled with art and culture!", "Cater and be fun for all ages", "Always be positive" and "Wake up".