Manifesta purposely strives to keep its distance from what are often seen as the dominant centres of artistic production, instead seeking fresh and fertile terrain for the mapping of a new cultural topography.
Manifesta 15 Barcelona took place in Barcelona and 11 surrounding cities ot its metropolitan region.
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Diana Scherer, DE/NL
Diana Scherer delves into the intricate dynamics of underground plant life. Plant neurobiologists regard roots as akin to a plant's brain, governing its hidden subterranean existence. Through her project, she sheds light on these subterranean processes, unveiling the hidden world beneath our feet.
Using a unique technique, Scherer harnesses natural growth processes to fashion structures from root tissues. Drawing inspiration from both botanical forms and human-made constructions, she crafts intricate patterns that blur the boundaries between nature and artifice.
Continuously probing the interplay between plant culture and plant nature, Scherer's work is not only thought-provoking but also a poignant expression of humanity's desire to exert control over nature.