Aydin Kirdemir

Diversity

A piece showing the diversity of plants and flowers and their reproduction- a parallel to human gender and sexuality. Pictured here are various flowers tied to specific reproduction, gender and stereotypes:Hydrangea: Bisexuality, GenderfluidTrillium: Bisexuality, petal structurePansy: A term for a feminine gay manLavender: “lavender scare/marriage.” Ginger: Asexual reproduction (rhizomes)Rose: Transgender casualties // Symbol of love or mourningGreen Carnation: A symbol of the queer community, eg. Oscar WildeViolet: lesbian/sapphic loveTulip: asexual reproduction (bulb)Strawberry Plant: Asexual Reproduction (stolons)

“Adolescent sex education is lacking, delaying the growth and development of the younger generation. A new botanical perspective allows more awareness and discussion around the topic.”