Laid Still — Still Weeds

There is a hierarchy in the plant world, and those designated as “weeds” often occupy its lowest rank. Unwanted and frequently regarded as invasive, they are routinely eradicated. These uncultivated plants are often labeled “botanical thugs.” Despite this, they persist, resilient and adaptive, surviving adverse conditions and shifting climates. By bringing these feral intruders into the studio and photographing them within the conventions of still life photography, I disrupt this hierarchy and invite viewers to reconsider their perception of these plants.