My first project was an installation that tried to bring people out of their day to day routines and give them an opportunity for a change.

Materials:

1. Orange tree

2. Small cabinet/side table

3. notebook and pen

4. Water pail

I found a location that people regularly walked by, but that wasn't too overcrowded. A small alley, that allowed enough light for the plant to grow. I placed the cabinet against the wall with the tree on top. The water pail was inside the cabinet, along with the notebook and pen. The goal was for people to realize this change in their ordinary route and take a look at it. With further exploration, they would open the cabinet door and discover the water pail, and then water it if they wish, or close the cabinet and walk away. The notebook was there for feedback.

Bunko!

The project failed miserably being stolen on the second day. I assumed that it would be too difficult for people to steal the 60lb tree with ease, but I was wrong. The project however was up for a day, and I hope some people found it interesting and meaningful.

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