lotus pod I is a performative sculpture that is incomplete without the participation of multiple viewers. The viewer is invited to dip their hands into the wells of the pod and play with the liquid, which is viscous and ropey and pulls the water beads along its tendrils when handled. The liquid is made using J-Lube, a lubricant which comes in powder form and is then mixed with water by the user; although intended for veterinary use, J-Lube is safe for human bodies and is a popular choice among people who engage in sexual acts involving hardcore penetration like fisting.
