a bit o' solar reLEAF

hello everybodies. this is my primary trial at manipulating and mutilating plastic bottles in hopes of generating components for our Enormous Plastic Rain Flower. Thinking about multiple uses (possibly providing a bus shelter for high school students) i decided to explore the possibility of shading appendages for the "flower". In this instance, i exaggerate the leaf articulation of a pitcher plant to create a shading/shelter mechanism for the shelter. Bottle tops are rudimentarily fastened together by a simple tongue and groove joint. Variance in the density of bottle top provides for interesting shading conditions. This plasticized nature is reminiscent of the dappled shade provided by a tree canopy.

Further exploration, refinement, and precision to follow.

Maybe im completely in left field. IDK? let me know...

thanks,

g!