Preternatural Loveliness (2016-18)
A collection of flora of various genus that showcase the hybridity, symbiosis, and somewhat monstrous forms that have been synthesized in this marriage of the natural world and the man-made world. The flora are made through combining polyurethane spray foam, real plants, and preserved plants. Some incorporate the colors and styles of real life plants, some are a direct translation, while others are altered to become a new breed. These plants would not live together naturally. Much like in a greenhouse, these plants have been brought together under one roof: a space for them to grow as one, to observe their coexistence, and to be cared for and appreciated.
How much do we value plasticity in our lives? Can there be a place for both?
To what extent is our responsibility for incorporating nature in our lives, and what lengths will we go to abstain care?
Are bonsai plants any different from people?
Why, oh why, is a plastic orchid worth more than areal one at Ikea?
Corpus Potio En Titanum
Still Blooming
Climbing Vinous Flower, Species Unknown
Urethanthozoa
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Tropico… Coconut? (Unidentified Breed)
Polyurethane insulation foam, acrylic spray paint, living aloe, Found pot, Ikea Lack shelf, walnut log | 11 x 9 x 9.5 inches | 2017
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A Completely Natural Bisection
Polyurethane insulation foam, acrylic spray paint, wire, Ikea Lack shelf, dried roses | 19 x 29 x 25 inches | 2018
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Sacred Desired
Polyurethane insulation foam, acrylic spray paint, sticks, paper, volcanic rock, found bowl | 14 x 22 x 8 inches | 2017
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Ancient
Polyurethane insulation foam, acrylic spray paint, reindeer moss, Ikea Lack shelf, cement, found bowl | 16 x 18 x 12 inches | 2017
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Please Grow
Polyurethane insulation foam, acrylic spray paint, Latex paint, walnut log, sticks, dried flowers, Ikea Lack shelf, found pot | 14 x 27 x 10 inches | 2018
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Tortured (Ginseng)
Polyurethane insulation foam, acrylic spray paint, wire, preserved flowers, cement, found bowl | 23 x 16 x 8 inches | 2017
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Background Frond
Polyurethane insulation foam, acrylic spray paint, electrical wire, palm frond, cement, found pot | 19 x 14 x 12 inches | 2017
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Faux-sai (Iconic Bonsai, Juniper Variety)
Polyurethane insulation foam, acrylic spray paint, found pot | 22 x 16 x 11 inches | 2017
