the beauty of physical art, analyzing intent and meaning in strokes and techniques
Legacy of the Sea – Wan Ye ’22
A drawing made for the 2020 Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Contest, the theme being Climate Hope: Transforming Crisis. This piece critiques humanity’s consumerism and bastardization of the oceans through the pollution of consumer products. The piece features a figure inspired by Adam from The Creation of Adam reaching out towards a light in the place of God. The light symbolizes the fleeting hope for saving our oceans. If we are to save our oceans, we must act now.
Tentacles of Legos – Isabella Ji ’22
An acrylic painting that shows the striking similarity between the ocean’s wildlife and the plastic that threatens to wipe them out.
Serene Wonders – Priyanka Desai ’22
The landscape was painted using acrylic paint, and showcases a multitude of vibrant colors.
Hope – Michelle Liang ’22
A pencil and colored-pencil sketch.
A Glimpse of Paradise – Priyanka Desai ’22
This view was painted with acrylics and reminds us of Mother Nature’s serenity and beauty.
Wisdom – Michelle Liang
Made with acrylic paint and pastels
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