Dominic Harris Bloomed: Orchid
Bloomed: Orchid
Bloomed is Dominic Harris' study of plants, with which onlookers may subtly interact. Playing on the nature of classical still life, small movements enliven the flowers, causing them to flourish as observers pass by. Meticulously recreated through computer animations, each flower encapsulates the romanticised surrealness synonymous with Harris' works.
Widespread and diverse, orchids grow naturally across the world. Each flower is bilaterally symmetrical; where each half petal is the mirror of the other. Presented with crisp white petals against the black background, the orchid passes through several growth and blossoming states in reaction to the presence of the viewer whilst pollinating bees and butterflies will make their occasional appearance
