Located in the Mossy Log Garden Caitlin Franzmann’s recompose 2021, focuses on the processes of decay and transformation unfolding constantly at our feet. Decomposers such as fungi, bacteria, worms and insects play a critical role in the carbon cycle. As they break down dead organic matter, the decomposers move carbon both into the soil and into the atmosphere where it is absorbed through photosynthesis and stored in plants until they die and the cycle begins again.
For recompose, Franzmann created a deck of divination cards depicting the organisms present in the leaf litter, detritus and humus of the Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Gardens. During a one-on-one experience with the artist, or through the online platform, participants select a card from the deck and receive a unique reading that responds to the survival mechanisms and ecosystem interactions of the decomposer depicted on the chosen card. Franzmann’s work celebrates the magic and wonder of decomposition to consider how it isn’t just the end of everything—it is also the start’ Megan Williams (curator)
Final Call was an exhibition curated by Megan Willams, presented as part of Horizon Festival 2021 in partnership with the Sunshine Coast Council’s Centres for Conservation, Learning and Partnerships. The exhibition was supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.
Recompose at The Substation 2023
Six drawings from recompose were displayed as part of The Substation outdoor Billboard Gallery. The imagery was blown up in scale to grace the exterior side of The Substation's building, viewable from the the Werribee and Williamstown train lines and the adjacent public footpath. This commision was curated by Lawrence English.
