' I L L U M I N E S C E N T  S E E D S '

Overtoun House, Woodlands Trust

This public art installation began by investigating the properties of  the Rhododendron Shrub. A nuisance plant invading the local lands. This light installation drew attention to the beauty of the shrub by casting it in clear resin for permanent existence. 12 casts were secured into a woodland landscape, illuminated with LED lighting. As a light installation, this work was better viewed at night. In daylight it would easily be missed. A key interest was the journey this species has gone on, from being introduced by humans in 18th century, to being actively removed by humans now. A look into the battle of survival between the natural world and mankind.

Collaboration with Fionn Corbett