The framing of the plants within the windows evokes the idea of containment, selection, and curation—mirroring how humans have historically "consumed" plants, whether through scientific study, aesthetic appreciation, or literal exploitation. The chiaroscuro reinforces this idea, as it draws attention to the plants in a way that feels almost staged, as if they are on display for observation or admiration.

This piece questions how we engage with plants: Do we see them as independent entities, or do we frame them through our own lens of utility and beauty? The reflections in the glass add another layer —blurring the boundary between the cultivated and the wild, between what is "inside" and "outside." It suggests that our perception of nature is always filtered through cultural and historical contexts. Here, I drew inspiration from the Baroque period, considered the golden age of botanical illustration. I seek to translate its essence using photography and reflection instead of pen and ink.​

Containment

100 cm x 140 cm | 50 * 55 in

C-type print, 2025

CONTAINMENT