Farmstead

This artwork showcases a concrete water trough, a utilitarian object central to rural farm settings, prominently reflected and interspersed with nettle leaves, creating a striking contrast between the man-made and natural. The trough, rectangular and weathered, is constructed from robust concrete and metal reinforcements, materials chosen for their durability and efficiency in maintaining clean water for livestock. The green water surface reflects plant shadows, adding organic texture and life to the rigid structure. Surrounding the trough are abstract geometric shapes in muted earth tones that complement the natural greens and greys of the subject, lending a modern, minimalistic backdrop that emphasises the trough’s agricultural heritage while inviting contemplation of the balance between nature and human industry.