Verwrongen Verwevenheden (2025 - now)
The Japanese Knotweed, a fast growing plant brought to the Netherlands in the 19th century by botanist von Siebold. By many seen as one of the most feared plants in the Netherlands, I wonder: can we shift fear into awe? In the project Verwrongen Verwevenheden I research the strong characteristics of the invasive species Japanese Knotweed. I show an agressive but also a beautiful perspective. By diving into the edibility of the plant, the fear amongst it and the beautiful aspect I shed light on different perspectives, aiming to shift views and open up a conversation.
Collaborative ink research
Together with Greta Facchinato I research the production of silkscreen ink by three elements of the Japanese Knotweed: the roots, the stems and the flowers. By actually using the plant and making a bio-ink that doesn't affect the environment, we try to shed light on environmental pollution and re-connect with nature. All photographs shot by Greta.
Verwrongen Verwevenheden (2025 - now)
The Japanese Knotweed, a fast growing plant brought to the Netherlands in the 19th century by botanist von Siebold. By many seen as one of the most feared plants in the Netherlands, I wonder: can we shift fear into awe? In the project Verwrongen Verwevenheden I research the strong characteristics of the invasive species Japanese Knotweed. I show an agressive but also a beautiful perspective. By diving into the edibility of the plant, the fear amongst it and the beautiful aspect I shed light on different perspectives, aiming to shift views and open up a conversation.
Collaborative ink research
Together with Greta Facchinato I research the production of silkscreen ink by three elements of the Japanese Knotweed: the roots, the stems and the flowers. By actually using the plant and making a bio-ink that doesn't affect the environment, we try to shed light on environmental pollution and re-connect with nature. All photographs shot by Greta.