Joan Bankemper in ‘Summer Gardens’ at Nancy Hoffman Gallery

Gardens are Joan Bankemper’s inspiration, whether she’s crafting a vase-form covered in flowers and bees or helping plan community gardens. At Chelsea’s Nancy Hoffman Gallery, Bankemper combines handmade and found flowers, vessels and spiritual beings in this riotous sculpted garden. (On view through Sept 1st).

Joan Bankemper, Morning Glory, ceramic, 32 x 18 x 18 inches, 2012.