Coral Reef Bleaching – Sew The SEEDS

Panel made as a gift to the Center for Biological Diversity. Wode died damask tablecloth background, Appliqued fabric and lace remnants, embroidery and beading. Much of the fabric was a donation from The Universal Studios Costume shop, remnant fabric from the movie 47 Ronan. — Panel made as a gift to the Center for Biological Diversity. Wode died damask tablecloth background, appliqued fabric and lace remnants, embroidery and beading. Much of the fabric was a donation from The Universal Studios Costume shop, remnant fabric from the movie 47 Ronin.

The amazing colors of the remnant silk fabrics made me think of the incredible beauty of coral reefs. Knowing that coral reefs are in danger from ocean acidification and warming waters I wanted to make a panel about the importance of coral reefs to each and every one of us, ‘Every Second Breath” is the result.

Here is a link to the Center for Biological Diversity Oceans page: http://www.biologicaldiversity.org/programs/oceans/