In her work, Silke Bonde probes the relationship humans have with nature. Her practice attempts to make sense of the paradox we experience as we simultaneously yearn for nature, yet lack a close connection to it. Her works reflect our longing for the natural world and the calming presence it imbues everything.

Silke examines the ways that the flat cotton paper can be transformed through simple techniques. Starting at a place where the flat paper represents nature in its entirety, Silke carves out a new world. Delving in, she reveals section, by section, a hidden organic realm in intricate detail.

The sensitivity shown in Silke’s spare aesthetic reflects her own gentle nature, mirroring the delicate fragility of the natural world. A touch of naivety and humor peek through, often embodied by the recurring motif of the rabbit. For Silke, this creature represents not just security, but also the spirit of exploration and playfulness to be found in nature’s wonders.