The work in Uncommon Connections is the result of months of researching, planning, plotting, and painting. This series offered me an opportunity to research and work with a topic that has long interested me; -the connections between art, medicine, anatomy and plant symbolism and usage. The work invites viewers to engage with and reflect upon the myriad connections between the human body and aspects of the natural world.
Reading the novel, The Bewitching Season written by Marissa Doyle, I happened upon footnote that described the message and meaning of the flowers that suitor sent to a debutante; the concept of sending messages through plants and animals fascinated me. I would draw connections between my physiology and these plants and animals. Certain plants, such as the foxglove and Aloe Vera found their meanings through their practical use in medicine, while others, such as the holly plant had earned its meaning through pagan tradition and superstition. By pairing these various plants and animals with specific anatomy of the human body, the canvas becomes the surface on which I communicate secret and coded messages to those viewing the work.
Human beings are creatures of nature. This series takes images of human anatomy and intertwines them with other natural organisms. Through these unexpected combinations I highlight the interdependence of our world. Humans are not separate from nature; they are a part of it. Many members of society, especially since the rise of smart technology, speak to feelings of loneliness and isolation. But we aren’t alone, and I hope through my work I can show that to viewers.
The purpose of this project is to set up at a festival and create stations where festival goers can help mix and cast a happy little tree. While the mix will need to set, we de-mold a previously set tree sculpture and give them to the festival goers with a list/map of local hiking paths (to leave tree sculpture when they go check out local scenery).
This project will help spread local plant seeds for our wildlife, encourage the public to take an interest in art, local Niagara wildlife and how they can help and positively impact the environment.
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