Last week, we proudly announced the finalists in the ages 11-14 category of our 2022 Science Without Borders® Challenge. Today, we are excited to announce the 15-19 year-old finalists of our art contest.
Contest finalists are from China, Indonesia, Korea, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The theme, “Ridge to Reef” was portrayed in the students’ artwork through a variety of different actions such as planting corals, cleaning up pollution, preventing overfishing, and planting trees. We were amazed by these students’ creativity, execution of the theme, and artistic abilities.
Without further ado, please meet our 15-19 year old finalists:
"One Land, One Sea" by Sophie Hao, Age 17, Maryland, United States of America
ARTIST’S STATEMENT: Although many know the direct actions that contribute to the degradation of the ocean, others aren't aware on how interconnected our lands are to the waters and its reefs. In my piece, I wanted to illustrate the intangible bridge between the ocean and land--emphasizing the narrow gap between our actions on the terrain and its consequences on its oceanic ecosystems. At a glance, a farmer gazes off as diverse, vivid corals peek from the vegetation and blue, clear waters traverse through the sky. Corals are not only visually appealing; they are essential to marine life as a source of food and habitat. If we carry out sustainable practices, such as limiting the fertilizer runoff made from agriculture, we and the ocean can coexist and live in harmony.
