“Because plants cannot run away from problems or toward opportunities (except as seeds), survival often requires collaboration.” – Frederick R. Adler and Peter B. Adler
Symbiotic Veil is an intimate installation that visualizes the Wood Wide Web, a concept developed by biologist Suzanne Simard. Presented within a terrarium, the work models the mycorrhizal network that enables plants to communicate and share resources. Inspired by forest ecosystems, it uses artificial intelligence to reveal these complex exchanges.
Building on the theories of artificial neural networks applied to mycelial systems, Symbiotic Veil explores the invisible interactions between plants. In this work, mutualism unfolds as a silent choreography, where each mycelial filament orchestrates a symphony of vital exchanges, illustrating the interdependence in nature. This installation demonstrates how AI can decode the mysteries of biodiversity and deepen our understanding of the environment.