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Invasive Plants Series

I am profoundly concerned with how ecosystems are changing.  The story of environmental degradation and beauty of nature’s resources are central themes in my art practice.

In fall of 2015, I explored these themes at an artist residency on a working farm near Grinnell, Iowa. Nestled amidst 300 acres of conventionally grown corn was a 3-acre organic commercial market garden. Wandering the fields, identifying plants, talking with the organic farmer, and conducting online research revealed a complex story about weeds. 

From this research, I'm creating a series called Invasive Plants, exploring the history and impact of non-native plants and monocultures.  The art work is highly detailed, with nuanced colors, and radically enlarged aspects of the plants for dramatic effect.
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Quackgrass and Corn 3, 7 x 5 x 2", rusty steel frame
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