Planted Matter examines the integration of nature within urban settings through images of individuals transporting plants across the city. The title references both the plants and the care they require, suggesting a subtle connection between the physical act of carrying and the psychological dimension of nurturing. In an environment dominated by concrete, these plants become delicate symbols of resilience and vitality.
The series engages with the caretaker archetype in Jungian psychology, where the act of nurturing plants reflects a fundamental human impulse to preserve life and care for others. This interaction also highlights the ongoing tension between urban life and the natural world, revealing the complexities of maintaining a connection to nature within modern cities and lifestyles.
The visual contrast between the plants and the urban landscape underscores the challenge of integrating nature into an artificial environment. By highlighting these moments, Planted Matter reflects on the psychological need to nurture and the significance of sustaining life amidst the pressures of urban living.
New York City. 2023.
New York City. 2023.
New York City. 2023.
New York City. 2022.
New York City. 2023.
New York City. 2023.
New York City. 2022.
New York City. 2023.
New York City. 2023.
