Flower Anthropomorphism
Flowers have long been admired for their beauty, symbolising emotions and inspiring art across cultures and time. They appear in various contexts—romantic, sorrowful, and decorative, becoming deeply intertwined with human life. From ancient manuscripts to home décor, flowers have been a constant presence in art and culture. But are flowers truly just beautiful? We often associate flowers with fragility and conventional beauty. However, flowers can thrive in harsh environments, yet they may not conform to the shapes we traditionally consider beautiful. In these cases, their beauty lies not in their form, but in their resilience and their ability to survive. Flowers do not exist to be beautiful for humans, nor to be used in bouquets, to decorate homes, or to be given for happiness or sorrow. They exist with their own purpose in nature, beyond our human perception of beauty and symbolism. In this project, I explore the concept of flower anthropomorphism, visually merging flowers with human characteristics. It is an exploration of how flowers, both fragile and resilient, embody life in ways that go beyond their aesthetic appeal.