UAL project climate crisis
drift sand sculpture
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glitters test
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pH test 1
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pH test 2
The concept of a beautiful but dangerous thing is what I have been trying to explore through my artwork. I have approached the issue of Climate crisis from this viewpoint. I wanted to make the sound of the sea audible to those who are distant from it.
My work is influenced by my personal background, I grew up in the mountainous region of Southwest China, so I have a deep fascination with the ocean. Through my works, I aim to encourage people to reduce their carbon dioxide emissions and be aware of the dangers of ocean acidification hidden underneath the beautiful surface of the sea.
My artwork is a Conch which I have modified to become a container. The re-purposed conch is filled with a mixture of oil, purplish-blue glitters that mimic the ocean’s sparkle, and the salicylic acid, which mirrors the pH of acidified seawater. The effect is beautiful like the sea but also dangerous.
My work is influenced by my personal background, I grew up in the mountainous region of Southwest China, so I have a deep fascination with the ocean. Through my works, I aim to encourage people to reduce their carbon dioxide emissions and be aware of the dangers of ocean acidification hidden underneath the beautiful surface of the sea.
My artwork is a Conch which I have modified to become a container. The re-purposed conch is filled with a mixture of oil, purplish-blue glitters that mimic the ocean’s sparkle, and the salicylic acid, which mirrors the pH of acidified seawater. The effect is beautiful like the sea but also dangerous.