PLANTCARE RESIDES

 

If you are in Berlin, and in need of some dental work, why not pay a visit to the impressive dental practice of Dr. Goetz Parloh? If you do, you will no doubt notice that the walls have been adorned by the fascinating "Plant Care" photo series, a collaborative project between myself and Ryan Schaefer. 

These digital C prints are approximately 26x30 inches, framed, and, yes, available for purchase along with the companion manual,
PLANTCARE: Exploring the Relationship Between Houseplant and Man.

(excerpt of introduction)

Though many are inclined to treat them as mere decorative objects, houseplants are living beings in need of love and regular care.  Each houseplant is unique unto itself and demands at least a few measures of support on a daily or weekly basis.  One must remember that it has been taken out of the context of its natural environment. A thoughtful caretaker must do his best to ensure his plants will have the support system it needs to live a healthy and fulfilling life.  Through this connection between houseplant and man, both entities will no doubt be immeasurably rewarded.  If you take these first essential steps, you will be well on your way to successful cultivation.

Now until an unspecified end date.

The offices of Dr. Goetz Parloh

Jagerstrße 61, 10117 

Berlin, Germany

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ART IN THE AGE OF:

If you lived in Paris, at the Louvre, and you were the Mona Lisa, this would be your view on most days.
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