#ClimateCrisis2024

Between 2023 and 2024, China experienced nearly 700 landslides. Research revealed that many victims succumbed to asphyxiation during these events. Recognizing the correlation between frequent landslides and tree planting as a preventive measure, I conceptualized a project addressing the climate crisis with two focal points: humanity and nature. Asphyxiation symbolizes the landslides and the extreme weather they represent, while trees symbolize human beings and our efforts to safeguard the environment and raise awareness. I created a mold of my face using plaster bandages, shattered it, and then used wire to mimic the growth of trees emerging from the mask. This represents the process of growth, suggesting a future where humanity overcomes extreme weather conditions, and serves as a call to action to address the issue now.