Reclaimed
"A small stream glistens in the afternoon sunlight, slowly carving the forest floor. Thick vines hang from tall branches and towering trees whisper from above. Pillows of moss patiently creep along decomposing logs, while tree roots engulf nearby rocks.
Ahead, a structure stands almost unwillingly, vines following the cracks in it’s bricks like veins. Where once the sounds of civilisation, now only the trickling of the water remains.
Nature always wins."
Reclaimed - The finished piece.
Close up - The sunlight pours in, illuminating the clear water of the forest stream, cascading down the miniscule topography of the forest floor.
Close up - The remains of civilisation is engulfed by the forest and light.
Close up - A giant staghorn fern dominates the midstory layer, overlooking the scene below.
Close up - Mossy tree roots and fallen logs engulf the landscape, plants prosper in every nook and cranny.
Close up - Elephant ears dominate sections of the forestscape. Fungi grows on the bases of trees, and hollows are occupied.
Close up - The canopy is just as full of life, with moss, lichens, ancient vines and sunlight crawling across the treescape.
Close up - Giant artists' concs find their place amongst the slowly growing strangler fig.
Close up - The base of trees are tickled by the gentle forest stream.
Signature.
The finished piece at the Plant Empire: Overplanted exhibition, doused in the sunlight - how fitting.