Twisting branches snake through textured greens, blues, purples, and oranges. The background appears to drip and fall away, while the cream-colored wood remains defined. The contortion of the branches represents the impact of human development, specifically deforestation and climate change. Oracle was created to bring awareness to the destruction of the planet, and it encourages viewers to contemplate the relationship humans have with nature. John Day’s work inspires humans to consider the importance of our planet and the protection it deserves.