Title: Hear Here, the Golden Mangrove Sanctuary
Artist: Meg Wallace
This eco-art sculpture is inspired by the intricate network of mangroves, symbolizing strength, resilience, and versatility. The installation features three large golden leaves, each representing one of the three mangrove species native to South Florida. The interconnected components of the sculpture reflect the interconnectedness of both our physical and social ecosystems.
Visitors are invited to sit within the personal golden mangrove sanctuary for moments of rest and reflection. The artist has skillfully repurposed a seat from a century-old Royal Palm tree that once stood tall but succumbed to disease in 2023.
The installation aims to inspire a collective commitment to environmental conservation and encourage symbiotic relationships with nature. It is a fusion of art and nature, inviting visitors to appreciate and preserve the mangroves and the ecosystems that sustain life on Earth.