Looking at Nature, Abstractly

Hello Readers,

I'm thrilled to have some pieces currently being shown at Spectrum Gallery in Essex, CT.  It is an exciting show that includes abstract artists, sculptors and photographers who use nature for inspiration.   

My work includes jellyfish swimming in an ocean.  Both the ocean and the jellyfish are sculpted entirely with upcycled plastic bags.   The "abstractness" of my concept stems from the idea that the natural objects - the jellyfish and the ocean itself - have become unnatural (i.e. plastic) because of trash and pollution.  The pieces are curious, whimsical and interesting to look at, but also encourage the viewer to take a step back and consider the effects of consumption and consumerism on the environment.  

Here's a look:

The photos don't really do it justice........it really is quite lovely in person.  

I was also lucky enough to be interviewed for a piece about ocean trash for our local newspaper.  Stay tuned for more information about that!

Thanks for looking,

Marsha