The specimens were collected in late summer 2025, peak flowering season, from vines growing in Sydney’s Inner West. In the darkroom, sheets of film were flattened in direct contact with vine cuttings, exposed to light and chemically processed.

The physical presence of the plant remains imprint on film, like a shadow. Rendered in black and white, on a single plane of focus, the striking tones emphasize both visible and hidden structures of the plant, offering a detail beyond the surface to explore the natural complexity.

Rooted in botanical and scientific inquiry, this visual exploration aims to foster a connection between the flowers in natural form, photography and the craft brewers at Hopsters.