Nestled within the thicket of bushes and timber, a solid of curious figures resemble a wide range of fungi. Crafted by Riitta Ikonen and photographed on movie by Annie Collinge (beforehand), the symbiotic venture goals to nurture the connection between human beings and fungal species.
Disguised as human-sized mushrooms, a troupe of fashions relaxation on leafy forest flooring, sprout past inexperienced tufts, and stand upright towards fallen tree trunks that will function a house to respective species. Every elaborate costume is constructed from upcycled supplies, strengthening the venture’s nod to sustainably connecting with our surrounding surroundings.
Ikonen’s relationship with fungi stems from foraging in her early childhood. “Our whole family was in the forest for what seemed like ages as a child, and it didn’t take long to realize we’d be staying until every basket was filled,” she shares.
You could find extra from Ikonen on her web site and Instagram, as she is at present working towards the forthcoming Nakanojo Biennale in Japan and persevering with the 13-year-old Eyes as Large as Plates sequence with Karoline Hjorth. Make sure you sustain with Collinge on her web site and Instagram, as properly.
