Tide of Consequence comprises three painted panels embedded with microplastics and handmade paper encased in broken, uneven nets that represent the negative human impact on our oceans. Lusiana Morales Febo (b. 1999) is a Puerto Rican tattoo artist, sculptor, and painter based in Savannah, GA. She received an BFA in Painting and an MFA in Fibers from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Her recent work centers on experimentation and her relationship with the natural environment.

“Growing up surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, I witnessed firsthand the transformation of pristine waters into repositories of human waste. Increasing global pollution is now reflected in water systems throughout the world, fundamentally changing how I perceive plastics and daily consumption. Due to relentless human activity, vast expanses of our water resources face contamination on a daily basis. Our interconnection with the oceans is vital—these pieces serve as an abstract depiction of our troubled present and a call to recognize what we stand to lose.” – Lusiana Morales

Being raised on a tropical island surrounded by nature encouraged her passion for the environment. Lusiana became vegan in 2018, which sparked her awareness of environmental issues. This led to an interest in discarded materials and an exploration of materiality.

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