MycoQuilts is a project that blends biology, digital fabrication, and art in an exploration that celebrates self expression, community, and culture. Created by seven teens from the BioJam Camp, including me, the textile of mycelium biomaterial grown in vacuum formed molds exhibits shapes of various cultural and personal symbols and objects, from conchas (a mexican dessert) to kendamas (a traditional japanese toy). In addition to displaying a spread of cultures, the quilt explores various cultural substrates such as instant ramen noodles and tea. It is a biofabrication experiment that highlights opportunities to incorporate a range of traditional tooling and 3D printing into new pathways for grown assemblies that leverage locally sourced materials. |
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