One set of textures which is noticeably abundant at Swanton involves the history of the Ranch and also the biology of it. These images juxtapose the strange beauty of abandoned and decayed human technology with the natural elegance and subtle power of Swanton's plant life.All over Swanton, visitors will find technological relics hidden away in the landscape. The visual pairing of outdated human technology with highly evolved and healthy plants, creates a sense of confusion and natural collage, or a combination of unlike elements.