One-in-one-out: Lillium Candidum
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Long after all flora has become extinct, Lillium Candidum is a mechanical recreation of the Madonna lily. The basic components are there: six white petals, a long stalk, and leaves. Furthermore, the flower responds to the light in its environment, blooming when lit and closing up in the dark. However, much of the emotional component generally associated with flowers is lost in this mechanical creation. This flower represents our prediction that as people start to express their emotions via electronic means (texting, social media, etc), the simple, elegant beauty of lilies (and flowers in general) are neglected. In particular, lilies were usually associated with funerals, representing the restoration of innocence to the soul. Thus, we found it appropriate to choose a lily as the flower representing the “death” of flora. We hope that by observing this flower, spectators will reflect on the sincerity and genuineness of their interactions particularly in the context of using flowers to express care towards others. Vimeo / Thomas Eliot – via Iframely code & laser cutter drawings |