Imagined Fungal Emergence

Using reclaimed aluminum blinds, Rusek creates an immersive tapestry inspired by clusters of fungi. Referencing both natural and manmade architectural structures, the installation features archways and openings that invite visitors to navigate through the suspended forms. Notice how each cluster draws strength from its neighboring component while also relying on the supportive embrace of the trees. Crafted predominantly from waste sourced in New York City, this work challenges preconceived notions of value, and imagines a future where each element holds regenerative potential.

*2023 Devra Freelander Artist Fellow
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Kate Rusek talks about Imagined Fungal Emergence in https://socratessculpturepark.org/exhibition/the-socrates-annual-2023/” The Socrates Annual 2023.

Video by KMDECO Creative. Courtesy of Socrates Sculpture Park, 2023
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