growing together: seeds of connection
Kyara Andrews, Oriana Confente, Tania Craan, Géorgie Gagné, Jill Glatt, Narmin Kassam, Eastal Law, Kathleen Morris, Abby Nowakowski, Michelle Peraza, Erin Roundsky, and Taylor Tye
Modern Fuel Artist-Run Centre
17 May–19 July 2025
Growing Together: Seeds of Connection brings together a diverse group of artists whose work reflects on the vital interdependence between nature, sustainability, and community. At a time when environmental and social systems face increasing strain, this exhibition offers a space to contemplate the intricate balance between human life and the natural world—and the ways in which we care for both.
The works on view explore themes of ecological preservation, communal resilience, and the quiet strength of shared stewardship. Through a range of media and artistic approaches, the exhibition invites viewers to consider how our individual and collective actions shape the environments we inhabit and the relationships we build within them.
From intimate reflections on land and lineage to expansive visions of interconnected futures, Growing Together highlights the power of art to inspire reflection, cultivate empathy, and nurture change. This exhibition is not only a celebration of creativity, but a call to tend to our world—and each other—with intention and hope.



carry me away, recycled paper pulp and marigold seeds, 2025
Taking lessons from the birds arriving home after a long winter, carry me away looks at the process of seed dispersal as a way to better understand adaptability, resilience, and friendship! Made of paper pulp infused with gathered local seeds from last year’s harvest, this collection of bird sculptures was designed to be planted after this exhibition is over.
Seed dispersal is vital to plant reproduction and survival. Plants rely on animals — especially birds — to carry their seeds away from the parent plant, which allows them to germinate and grow. This puts less pressure on local resources, creates new generations of plants, and builds biodiversity. Birds and plants are known for being best friends because of this relationship.
Visitors are invited to carry away a piece of seed paper to plant into the soil — a small act of guerrilla gardening.




Photo credit: Chris Miner