Amazing Alien Seas Art Exhibition Highlights Effects Of Plastic Pollution On Marine Life

Art pupils at King’s have had a fantastic time putting together our latest exhibition: Alien Seas, writes Wayne Spilsbury, Head of Art.

Research is suggesting that pollution is already causing animals to adapt to new environments and our seas are no exception. It would be difficult to ignore the many examples of the effects of plastic on marine life. The Blue Planet TV series and the Plastic Whale which toured Britain are examples of how our awareness in this area is growing.

Having produced direct observational drawings of fish and sea creatures along with research into the work of other artists, pupils have been developing skills and techniques in sculpture using a range of media and found materials. A steppingstone in this artistic process was seen when pupils had to draw a 30-minute fish - the equivalent of a quick sketch in three dimensional relief.

Finally, pupils were asked to imagine an evolved sea creature incorporating found objects and waste materials. The quality of the work produced is outstanding; displaying the pupils breadth of creativity and passion. You are welcome and very much encouraged to come and visit the Alien Seas exhibition; please do report to Reception where you will be issued a visitor’s badge and then escorted across to our exhibition space. An album of photos of some parts of the exhibition can be seen below.

Wayne Spilsbury - Head of Art