In a secluded laboratory on the ocean floor, a tiny, eccentric scientist meticulously constructs a magnificent mechanical seahorse. This 22 x 30-inch watercolor painting, crafted with Italian handmade paints and sealed with a protective wax, captures a whimsical, steampunk-inspired world where humans’ disregard for the ocean has forced science to step in. Framed in sustainable, hand-crafted pallet wood, the artwork reveals a blend of complexity and curiosity, as blueprints and gears scatter the floor, hinting at the intricate design process. Through enormous, arched windows, we glimpse a desolate underwater realm, save for one lonely and curious clownfish, a reminder of what’s been lost, juxtaposed with the scientist’s attempt to restore it. The message is clear: we must act now to protect our oceans rather than rely on such fantastical fixes.
