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https://doi.org/10.37547/ajsshr/Volume04Issue12-03
ANNOTATION FOR "A CANVAS OF CRISIS: ART AS A REFLECTION OF OUR PLANET’S FRAGILE FUTURE"
Abstract
This text explores the intersection of art and environmental advocacy, with a painting that reflects humanity's impact on nature and the urgent need for action against climate change. The artist frames the work as both a personal expression and a call to action, using symbolism to convey the fragility of life on Earth.
The central figure—a boy attempting to refill the Aral Sea—represents the struggle for ecological restoration, surrounded by extinct species and stark reminders of human-induced destruction. Surreal elements, such as an astronaut seeking new worlds and a bomber dropping candies, highlight the paradox of humanity’s innovation and self-destruction.
Through vibrant contrasts and evocative imagery, the painting invites viewers to reflect on their role in preserving our shared home. At its core, it is a plea for awareness, resilience, and change, affirming art’s power to inspire a sustainable future.
Keywords
Life on Earth, climate change, the Aral Sea
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