Natura I - Heritage 1.0

"Heritage" is a collection of pieces inspired by a cultural legacy unique to Belgium, not found elsewhere along European or global coastlines. The origins of this tradition are unclear, but it has been passed down through generations since the 1920s. This often results in extensive bargaining, where the most exquisite flowers are deemed deserving of numerous shells. The specific type of shells commonly sought after varies depending on the location of the flower shop, with straightforward banded wedge shells (Donax vittatus) frequently mentioned due to their accessibility.

Viewing ‘the coast strip’ from a helicopter perspective, she contemplates the economics ingrained in children's minds from as early as age three.

She utilizes the identical crepe paper employed in crafting the vibrant flowers typically made by children mothers and grandmothers.