Bloomed: Orchid
Widespread and diverse, orchids grow naturally across the world.A favourite amongst horticulturalists, each flower is bilaterally symmetrical; where each half petal is the mirror of the other. The unique bond between orchids and certain species of insects is tights and highly specialised. Due to this high specialisation of pollination, extinction of insects means extinction of orchid, as there is no other way to naturally pollinate the plant in the wild.
Presented with crisp white petals against the black background, the orchid passes through several growth and blossoming states in reaction to the presence of the viewer. Conceptually the orchid is a more sophisticated and elegant flower than most. As a result of this, it tends to lead and dictate the interaction somewhat more than the other flowers within the series. Pollinating bees and butterflies will make their occasional appearance whilst the artwork is being viewed.
The Collection
Year:
2016
Edition:
Edition of 8 + 2 Artist Proofs + 2 Museum Proofs
Materials:
Code, software, display screen, electronics, sensor, aluminium, acrylic
Details:
⤣ view full series of this artworkDimensions in MM:
Large:
446 (W) x 518 (H) x 72 (D) mm
Dimensions in INCHES:
Large:
17.5 (W) x 20.3 (H) x 2.8 (D) inches