Fossilized

fixtures

 The buildup of waste in our oceans is an epidemic that threatens marine life of all shapes and sizes. Plastics make up a large portion of the waste in our oceans and it is one of the hardest materials to recycle. Unfortunately, the process of recycling plastic products produces air pollution which turns into greenhouse gases and contributes to the overall warming of our planet. The rising global temperatures are responsible for destroying the microorganisms that support coral life. As a result, the coral is dying at an alarming rate. This creates a phenomenon known as coral bleaching. This sculptural light fixture belongs to a series which references the build up of plastic waste in our oceans by illuminating coral structures with easily identifiable plastic objects.     

Detentions: 36’ x 12’

Materials: Plaster, plywood, juul pods, empty bottles, acrylic yarn, rope, and LED lights

design process