Pollination (USA), 2015. 1st in a series by artist and beekeeper Kelly Heaton. April 20, 2015
This video documents a wax-coated frame in the shape of a US map (lower 48) as it evolves within a beehive. I shake the frame to disturb the bees and observe how they move in response. No bees were harmed in the making of this video. To the contrary, I do everything I can to keep my bees alive and healthy. My package bees were installed a week ago and have since drawn some comb on the frame which is filled with nectar. These areas are darker in color and the nectar is reflecting the sunlight.
interactive art