Fortlandia 2024- MIMIC
Photography by Jason Norris
Photography by Jason Norris
Photography by Jason Norris
FORTLANDIA 2024
Fortlandia - Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
Lead Designer/Sculptor/Painter: Victoria Marquez
Designer/Sculptor: Cody Thompson
Carpenter: Andy Forbes
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin TX 78739
6ft x 10ft x 6ft
Materials: MDO, Hard-coated Foam, Nova Color Acrylics
Narrative:
Austin, be warned there have been trolls and other natural whimsical wonders appearing about. Recently we have spotted a giant Chest with vines and teeth, looking like nature wants to take back some of humanity's possessions to return them to their rightful place. Enter if you dare, While not much is known about this chest, it appears to have two entrances for visitors to crawl through, and wander inside. If you are not brave enough, fret not, you can also climb atop to feel like you are on top of a magical fort, as the size of this chest leaves a sense of adventure and imagination not found in daily life. Painted with natural themes, and overtaken by nature like when a building is taken back by nature. This truly is a sight to see, and an adventure to have. The gap between the teeth and top of the chest makes for a good photo for any adventurers brave enough to enter. What other mysteries might this magical and natural chest hold? The only way to find out is to have enough courage to see and believe.