Victorian's science and exotic plant collecting

 The Camellia House where my istallation is being put on was built during the early Victorian era and the story of Camille also took place during the early victorian era. This is a period in history that was full of explorers bringing back new and exotic species of plants which were subjected to rigorous study. I wanted to look at the structure in various flowers in the same way that the victorians did so i cut some roses, carnations and tulips in half. The structure of the rose reminded me of the many layers of Petticoats that the women used to wear before the crinoline was invented.