Reflection

Living in Seattle, I've witnessed dramatic climate changes, with summers becoming exhaustingly hot. My digital painting captures this experience by combining a photo of myself with objects symbolizing cooling down, set against a dark background to highlight the central figure. I strived to make the viewers feel the scorching heat and empathize with the struggles depicted in the drawing. Through stronger facial expressions, my goal was for the audience to connect with the piece on a sensory level, feeling the heat's intensity and the urgent need for relief. Through this project, I have become more aware of the specific impacts of climate change on my local environment. In Seattle, the increasing heatwaves and shifting weather patterns are just a microcosm of what is happening globally. This realization has deepened my appreciation for the delicate balance of our ecosystems and the profound changes they are undergoing. By visually articulating my personal experiences and observations, I aimed to make the abstract realities of climate change more tangible and relatable for others.