My childhood home was in a forest. As a child I intuitively knew that trees were special beings and now science tells us that trees live in mutually beneficial communities. They share sugar with struggling trees, warn neighbors of infestation and even share water. Trees have endured historical challenges, but climate change strikes me as an existential threat. These images are made using chemicals in unorthodox ways. I spray, drip and paint solutions onto exposed silver gelatin paper. This method pushes against the very limits of analog printing while exploring the deeper essence of trees.
