Camilla Ospina Gaitán’s new commission examines the logic of colonialism through the lens of orchid collection — an 18th and 19th-century practice in which collectors from the global north were sent to the West Indies, South America, the Indian Peninsula, and Southeast Asia- to plunder the most exotic and coveted specimens of these delicate flowers. In this installation, Gaitán transforms the space into a nursery of rare specimens, uprooted from their native soil. These moving sculptures intertwine history, fiction, and science to reflect on the enduring repercussions of colonial resource extraction in her native Colombia. Opening event is free. Exhibition is viewable 7am-7pm from the street.

Camilla Ospina Gaitán’s new commission examines the logic of colonialism through the lens of orchid collection—an 18th- and 19th-century practice in which collectors from the global north were sent to the West Indies, South America, the Indian Peninsula, and Southeast Asia, to plunder the most exotic and coveted specimens of these delicate flowers. In this installation, Gaitán transforms the space into a nursery of rare specimens, uprooted from their native soil. These moving sculptures intertwine history, fiction, and science to reflect on the enduring repercussions of colonial resource extraction in her native Colombia.

Join us on the 26th May 5 to 7pm for an evening full of creativity and solidarity. We will use collective creativity for healing for Palestine. This will be our second special session at Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop to have a full experience of clay, glazing Or designing your own tile. All the art we create will be inspired by the beautiful Palestinian culture. Limited spaces, so book your ticket soon (with a small fee to cover materials). Event Details Starts at 5:00PM