IN THE GARDEN: GIGGLES IN THE GREENERY

‘In The Garden’ is an inaugural book from ‘Anima Mundi’ anthology.

52-page graphic book and an animated short film, featuring work by YU SUN, ANDREW ALEXANDER, KIM NOCE, BEN THOMPSON, SOFYA BAYCHUK, ALA NUNU, DAL PARK, CHRISTOPHER RAINBOW, MO RIZA, ELEANOR MULHEARN, ANNA FIRTH and DOMINICA HARRISON.

Initiated, curated and realised by DOMINICA HARRISON

Risograph-printed in 4 colours on 100% recycled 160gsm and G F Smith Colorplan paper.

With support from MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF ARTS LONDON

 The inaugural book of the graphic anthology 'Anima Mundi', exploring interspecies communication between humans, plants, fungi, and minerals. 'Anima Mundi' books are artefacts that draw viewers' attention to diverse and wonderful life within more than-human-world. The protagonist, Seraphina, who travels the Four Kingdoms represents open-minded curiosity and respect when encountering other lifeforms. As we navigate an era dominated by information saturation, a mental health crisis and pressing environmental issues, we need to urgently re-imagine our relationship with nature. 'In The Garden' specifically explores entheogenic plants and their potential to expand consciousness. Every plant featured in the book has had a rich history of medicinal and ritual use. These plants have enabled humans to probe the mysteries of consciousness, bridging human experiences with a greater sense of the Spirit and facilitating our recognition, acceptance, and engagement with the more-than-human world.

‘In The Garden’ events:

07/12/24: Saturday 7th Dec, 7pm. Book Launch & Film Screening / Saturday 7th - Sunday 15th Exhibition of Original Prints : La Beta @betasaxifraga : Angouleme, France.

28/11/24 - 08/12/24 : Exhibition of prints and screening of the animated film during the Ink & Imagination Festival @inkandimaginationfestival: Bolton, UK

14/09/24 : Wednesday 11th - Saturday 14th September : Exhibition of Original Prints / Saturday 14th September, 5pm. Book Launch & Film Screening: @livrariaexclamacao : Porto, Portugal
26/09/24 : Thursday 26th September, 7pm. Book Launch & Film Screening : @ad_england : Manchester, UK
09/10/24 : Wednesday 9th October, 7pm. Book Launch & Film Screening : @goshcomics : London, UK