JESSICA ALPERN BROWN

ANOXIC

Anoxic waters are areas of sea water, fresh water, or groundwater that are depleted of dissolved oxygen. They are a natural phenomenon, but recently human caused eutrophication has increased the extent of the anoxic areas and sped up their creation.

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Deoxygenated dead zones become uninhabitable to most marine life. However, jellyfish are drawn to and flourish in these areas of water found at sea.

To me they represent a shifting hierarchy. One in which apex-predators can no longer sustain their position and the ability to survive in extreme conditions becomes paramount. 

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As a Human who is aware that my species is in large part responsible for this change, I find jellyfish both fascinating and a terrifying warning of things to come.

Using trash generated through my daily habits and found objects I create these pieces as subtle reminders of the need to alter our impact. 

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