In a city as crowded and concrete-heavy as New York, it's easy to feel disconnected from nature. But for artist Jon Feinstein, that's all the more reason to bring it into unconventional spaces.
Feinstein's latest exhibition, "Untitled," currently on display at the Microscope Gallery in Brooklyn, takes the form of a broom cupboard. But within the tiny space, he has created an immersive environment that transports visitors to a lush and vibrant natural setting.
The installation includes live plants, soil, and rocks, as well as sounds of birds and flowing water. Feinstein has also incorporated video projections of trees and other natural imagery onto the walls, creating a multisensory experience that blurs the line between indoors and outdoors.
The inspiration for the exhibition came from Feinstein's experiences hiking in upstate New York and feeling a sense of awe at the natural landscapes he encountered. "I wanted to replicate that feeling, but in a very different context," he explained in an interview with the Brooklyn Rail.
By placing his installation in a broom cupboard, Feinstein also highlights the importance of finding beauty and connection in unexpected places. "I'm interested in finding spaces within built environments that are overlooked or seen as mundane," he said.
For visitors to the Microscope Gallery, "Untitled" offers a peaceful retreat from the bustle of the city, and a reminder of the power and beauty of the natural world. And by using a broom cupboard as his canvas, Feinstein shows that art and nature can thrive even in the most unlikely of places.
So next time you're feeling cooped up in your own concrete jungle, remember that a little bit of nature might be just a broom cupboard away.
Keywords: Metal Broom Cupboard, Nature Art