Meet the Winners
From paintings and short stories to animations, this incredible collection of art brings to life hundreds of voices of teens around the world who care about the impacts of climate change on our blue planet. View the Art, Poetry, Prose, Music, and Film by our 2018 scholarship winners.
Making Waves Through the Arts
Our programs inspire ocean conservation through creative investigating and making. We believe art is a powerful way to explore issues impacting our oceans, connect more deeply with nature, and bring communities together to care for our blue planet.
Our Story A Dying Ocean
Edith Low
Singapore
Edith Low
Singapore
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Our student gallery showcases art, poetry, prose, and film from past Contest winners. Read, watch, admire, and share!
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Empowering a Community of Young Artists and Advocates
January 18, 2019
Digital art by Lulu Kristanto (15, Indonesia) “Art changes people and people change the world.” —John Butler, musician For teens...
Sponsor Recognition Awards Celebrate Teachers, Parents, and Mentors
January 16, 2019
For each of the nearly 3,000 participants of the 2018 Ocean Awareness Contest, there was an adult sponsor who ignited...
Protecting Our Coasts from Offshore Oil & Gas
January 11, 2019
Bow Seat was thrilled to support New England Aquarium’s Protect Our Coasts event last night with a display of powerful student...
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Pop-Up Art Show at New England Aquarium’s Protecting Our Coasts from Offshore Oil and Gas Event
Boston, MADetails
March 7
Hayden Stokley Age 16, Mississippi
“As a child, I was too shy to speak in public, but societal issues haunted me. I wanted to help. Only through writing was I able to debate, advocate for change, and defend my views. It is this concept – that everyone has a specific talent to contribute to a cause – that serves as my inspiration.”