Breath of Leaves

Giuseppe Penone

Guiseppe Penone lay down in a pile of leaves and breathed. He breathed nature and left his imprint. The work is transient and in a state of constant change. The slightest move from the spectator will be enough to move a single leaf and change the construction. Penone made art outside of the system. Alongside a small group of Italian artists, he developed a genre known as Arte Povera, or poor art. Creating work from limited, affordable resources, both natural and man-made, he questioned the means of production and the human relationship with nature. He did not strive for immortality; his work will be carried away by the wind.

Tuesday 28th July

Today, the Moon rises in the fire constellation of Sagittarius, known as the Archer. This influence encourages us to direct our energy with purpose, aim towards our goals, and approach our work with confidence and enthusiasm. The Moon also stands opposite Mercury, creating some tension between our instincts and our thoughts. Ideas may arrive quickly, but communication can become unclear or impulsive. It is therefore a good day to pause, observe, and think carefully before making decisions. In the garden, the fire influence of Sagittarius draws our attention towards fruiting plants. This is a favourable time to tend to tomatoes, beans, courgettes, peppers, berries, and fruit trees. Harvest ripe produce, remove weeds, strengthen supports, and encourage the plants to direct their energy towards developing healthy fruit.