As a response to the BP oil spill crisis, the Trenton Atelier has constructed a 30' x 20' conceptual sculpture entitled "Waterfall Response". Constructed from purely culled materials, the piece symbolizes the effect of American Consumerist mentality of "big and shiny" and how it results in the destruction of the environment. The ripples of chip bag mylar gently cascade in a reflective waterfall towards the floor, where a pool of black oil has settled amongst the dirt and garbage accumulated at the warehouse.
One of many large pieces at the Atelier, "Waterfall Response" stands as a reminder to us all to clean up our acts and look at our own selves as the destructive force in our society, but also the only ones who can ultimately change our world for the better.
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