fine art quality reproduction  of my original watercolor and ink work, the Kelp Forest (2023) in a simple black frame (11x18")
In the kelp forest, the venerable old octopus lives in community with sea urchins, sea stars, and a wide range of fish. For many fish and mammals, kelp forests provide literal shelter in the storm. Teeming with tiny life, they also provide food for birds including gulls, crows, great blue herons, and cormorants. These underwater forests absorb massive amounts of carbon dioxide and protect shorelines from erosion: “They are a green belt that connects us all.” (Future Ecologies) This painting and write-up provide only a glimpse of the complex ecosystems of the kelp forests and their role in planetary survival. They are a beautiful illustration of how we are all interconnected, and they need our attention and conservation efforts.
Please listen to the Future Ecologies podcast, episode trio Kelp Worlds to learn more (https://www.futureecologies.net/kelpworlds).
 
This piece was commissioned by Stacie Frasier for use on her website https://www.c3catalyst.com/about-the-art with the original to me, the artist.