The response to our Science Without Borders® Challenge has been overwhelming! We’ve been blown away by the sheer number of submissions that we received from aspiring young scientists and artists all over the world. Last week, we proudly unveiled the finalists in the 11-14 age group, and now, we’re ecstatic to announce the finalists in the 15-19 year-old category.
These young artists hail from all corners of the globe, including China, Indonesia, Korea, the Philippines, Poland, Singapore, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States. You will be amazed at their incredible artwork and how well they captured the essence of the theme, “The Sixth Extinction.” Students depicted a diverse range of endangered marine animals in their artwork including whales, fish, polar bears, sharks, sea otters, horseshoe crabs, seals, and crocodiles. We were amazed by these students’ boundless creativity, execution of the theme, and artistic abilities.
Without further ado, please meet our talented 15-19 year old finalists! These exceptional artists have not only showcased their incredible talents but also their unwavering passion for marine conservation.
Second Place (15-19): "The Currents of Pollution" by Celine Yang, Age 15, Republic of Korea
ARTIST’S STATEMENT: When it comes to the topic of the sixth extinction, many may think we need to make a choice between industry and the environment. In order to convey the effects of an industrializing society, factories producing fossil fuels and an airplane are positioned as a 'reflection' of the Humpback whale in order to visually portray the close proximity of human industrialization and its impacts on marine life. The ships surrounding the whale exhibit a juxtaposition between the beauty of the whale and the harsh reality of sound pollution that interferes with the whale’s ability to navigate. By illustrating the oblivious actions that contribute to marine life becoming endangered, this piece aims to shift negligent views on the sixth extinction, establishing the perception that taking action is a necessity rather than a mere choice.
