For the second time, I’ll be exhibiting at Earth Garden and the Eco Fest 2009, with my work on show in the Wine, Art & Jazz Area at the Festive Grove. This year I’m presenting two mixed media installations, both built from recycled wood and cardboard.
The first is a dramatic scene depicting an angry, sorrowful tree being torn down, a reflection of what happens when space and progress are pursued at nature’s expense. It’s a situation playing out across the world, and one that hits close to home even here on this small island of Malta. The piece shows a lone tree reaching out for attention, caught between a fast-moving, technology-driven lifestyle and a planet that’s struggling to keep up. It’s a reminder that we still have the power to change course through real action, honest campaigns, and a genuine sense of responsibility for the only home we have.
The second installation is a 5.5ft prawn, built up in layers of recycled wood and cardboard. This piece speaks to my connection with Mediterranean culture, and builds on themes I’ve explored in earlier work.
I want to thank the entire Earth Garden Festival team for giving me the opportunity to share this work with the public once again.
Exhibition Info
Dates: 23 & 24 May
Location: National Park, Ta’ Qali
Time: 2pm onwards
Entrance: Free, Art Square
