Seawalls St.Thomas
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Here we go, my final piece for my recent project in St.thomas, extremely difficult to capture a 60 metre long wall but never the less some great shots from Yoshi
“Global Connections” by supporting ARTivist @crackedink (UK/New Zealand) created for @seawalls_ St.Thomas, the latest edition of PangeaSeed Foundation international public art program Sea Walls: Artists for Oceans.
Location: St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Mural theme: Environmental Stewardship
Artist Statement: Most of humankind is connected through technology on this planet we call home. Leaning on this reality, I wanted to take this idea of global connection and adapt it into a narrative that raises awareness around ocean conservation and environmental stewardship. I kept the subject matters quirky and friendly, characteristic of my recognizable artistic style, yet somehow subliminal so that the viewer would take the time to think about the message while putting a smile on their face as they pass by on their daily commutes.
The characters are representations of a variety of significant contemporary environmental challenges; however, they are delivered in a family-friendly, approachable, and inviting fashion that pays tribute to the succinctness of emojis. Addressing topics such as sea level rise, species protection, renewable energy, and the importance of peace and mindfulness, I ask the viewer to channel their inner youth and to take the time to think about each element and interpret it how they wish.
PC: Yoshi_Travel_Films - Swipe for details.
Sea Walls St. Thomas is produced in partnership with @uvicmes (VIMAS) @vi_epscor @uvi_edu @leatherbackbrewingstt and VICS and made possible by the generous support of @vi_lottery @dpnr.vi @theplazastt, @alpinephilanthropy, @frenchmansreef @alliedrentalcentervi and more.
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