Inspired by the Ocean.

Generic Use Description:
Riptide speaks to the vulnerability of the ocean. It explores the collision between sustainability and current agricultural practices. Death by drowning occurs following the exhaustion of swimming against the rip tide. Every day agricultural toxins flow into the sea. Like unsuspecting swimmers caught in an uncontrollable current, our oceans are becoming exhausted and dying. As a culture we focus only on the loveliness of the ocean’s surface and forget that as our toxins poison the oceans, their effects eventually find a way back to our bodies.

WCA Description:
Riptide was created through a meditative process of splashing and dripping tinted glazes while rotating & angling the canvas. This collaboration with gravity lends an organic feel to the piece. A glass-like resin finish adds depth and dimension to the work.