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GYRE-X

The project GYRE -X explores the integration of science and art to document and interpret a global conservation tragedy: marine debris. Dr. Carl Safina and internationally acclaimed artists and scientists will travel to various Alaskan Islands to make new works of art, generate discussion and collect marine debris. Work will culminate in the GYRE exhibition curated by Dr. Julie Decker at the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center.

Dominant Wave Theory.

Andy Hughes' photographic work explores the littoral zone and the politics of waste. His book Dominant Wave Theory includes essays by leading commentators and scientists, designed by David Carson. Published by Booth-Clibborn Editions, London and Abrams Books, New York

I Jack Russell

"Artists live by curiosity and enthusiasm, qualities readily evident as inspiration in dogs."

Robert adams, 'Why people photograph'

Blue Beach Ball

Gwithian Beach, West Cornwall.

Gwithian Beach.

His monumental photographs of the banal relics of our evermore super-sized and disposable lifestyles intimate the hidden depths that lurk beyond the superficial disgust with which beach junk fills us.

LENA LENCEK

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Andy Hughes' photographic work explores the littoral zone and the politics of waste. His book Dominant Wave Theory includes essays by leading commentators and scientists, designed by David Carson. Published by Booth-Clibborn Editions, London and Abrams Books, New York. In 2013 he will travel to the Alaska, invited as part of an international team of artists and scientists to work on the project GYRE-X. This unique project explores the integration of science and art to document and interpret the issue of marine debris.He was the first Artist in Residence at Tate Gallery St. Ives and short-listed reserve artist for the Arts Council England Antarctic Fellowship. He has supported many non-profit and NGO's such as Surfers Against Sewage, The Marine Conservation Society and Surfrider Foundation.

 

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