Cole Swensen Knihy

A collection of hybrid essays on landscape and visual art that implicitly recognizes our obligations to the earth and presents the earth in ways that make others recognize them too.

Exploring the interplay between language and existence, this work emphasizes a dynamic relationship where words and the world co-create meaning. Swensen invites readers to embrace a primal form of poetry that transcends rigid definitions and certainties, celebrating the ongoing mystery of life. The text serves as a reminder of the vital connections that bind individuals, suggesting that understanding arises not from categorization but from the fluid dance of language and thought.

Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, established in 1838, is a renowned attraction showcasing stunning landscapes, grave architecture, and world-class statues. Photographer Bethany Eden Jacobson captures its beauty across seasons in her evocative photographs. Accompanied by Cole Swensen's lyrical text, the work reflects on life's transience and nature's harmony.