Plant is a Poem
(2023)
Plant is a Poem is a series of works by artist Nina Djekić, consisting of a soundtrack and a text score printed on silk with oak gall ink, historically used in medieval manuscripts. The project delves into how language reflects our relationship with plants, focusing on vegetal incantations and the use of onomatopoeia to explore the boundaries between noise and meaning. The sound piece combines human voice, poetic narration, and an atmospheric soundscape, invoking the emotional and empathic power of spoken language.
In this collaboration, Greta Desirèe Facchinato shared her expertise in oak gall ink-making and its history, guiding Djekić through the process of preparing the ink. Together, they screenprinted the text on silk, with Facchinato overseeing the screen preparation and sharing her knowledge of screen printing with natural ink on textile throughout the process.
Credits:
Project by Nina Djekić
Natural ink making, screenprinting, and design expertise: Greta Desirèe Facchinato
Photography: Greta Desirèe Facchinato