Reflection

I came up with the idea after seeing how forests are often cleared for mining, farming, and construction. These actions claim to help people, but they actually harm the planet—causing floods, climate change, and disrupting natural balance. I wanted to show both the destruction and the fake “green” solutions people invent to cover it up. So, I imagined a world where people cut down trees to build wooden robots, and those robots plant cold, metal trees. It’s a dark joke—robots made from nature pretending to restore it by planting lifeless imitations. This is how I represent greenwashing: pretending to care for the environment while continuing to damage it. The land remains ruined. I was inspired by 1920s–30s American animation, especially the rubber hose style with stretchy limbs and expressive faces. The game Cuphead also influenced the visual style. I chose this look because that era saw massive industrial growth—much like today. I used ink for its sharp, clear lines and watercolor to create mood and contrast. While I’ve worked with ink before, this was the first time I used it to tell a deeper, symbolic story. Being creative helps me turn frustration into action. When I draw, I feel like I’m contributing—not just watching nature vanish. It gives me hope and purpose. Through exploring the theme Connections to Nature: Looking Inside, Going Outside, I learned that resilience means more than surviving—it’s about recognizing what's fake and choosing to repair what’s real. We are not separate from nature; we are part of it. When we act with honesty and awareness, we give the Earth—and ourselves—a real chance to heal and grow.