Where It Came From

The Research Institute of Wildlife Ecology in Vienna keeps a herd of red deer in a vast enclosure on its grounds. The preserved forest is an inviting space to wander among the semi-domesticated animals. Serving as a form of escape from routine, the space is devoid of man-made artefacts other than the few required for the animals.

A series of photographs attempts to capture the seclusion of the forest whilst documenting its current state in the seasonal cycle. The images will be taken and installed in different locations within the enclosure throughout one year. One image per season will be taken and installed in its place of origin, juxtaposing the slow paced environment with a single moment in its seasonal cycle.

Location: Research Institute of Wildlife Ecology, deer enclosure.

Thanks to Gabrielle Stalder and Peter Steiger for their support.