About the Project

Rhizomatic is a multimedia tapestry installation that weaves together Indigenous knowledge networks with scientific perspectives on native plants. Each double-sided tapestry presents traditional cultural narratives and botanical information, exploring the concept of rhizomes as a metaphor for interconnectedness across biological, cultural, and spiritual dimensions.

The installation has been presented at two major botanical institutions, each adapting to the unique context and native plant species of its location.

The Austin installation brought Rhizomatic to the rooftop garden of Austin Central Library, focusing specifically on Texas native plants and their significance to Indigenous communities of the region. This site-specific adaptation highlighted the relationship between urban green spaces, cultural preservation, and environmental education.

Each tapestry explores a specific Texas native plant through both Indigenous cultural narratives and scientific botanical perspectives. The double-sided designs allow viewers to experience both knowledge systems.