Albatross Exhibitionist

By Helge Zirkl | July 5th, 2011 | Discuss

Albatross ExhibitionistInspired by the tragic story and images of Albatross chicks on Midway Island dying slow and agonizing deaths due to ingested plastics consumed in error by the seabirds, the Skeleton Sea artists, including collaborators Xandi Kreuzeder and Joao Parrinha, created a new installation and accompanying short film titled the ‘Albatross Exhibitionist’. Constructed using a selection of plastics recovered during a beach cleaning exercise in Msambweni, Kenya, the Albatross Exhibitionist measures 155x195x60 cm and represents a stark reminder to us all about the importance of cleaning up our collective act.

Albatross ExhibitionistXandi Kreuzeder picks up the story, saying: “The Albatross Exhibitionist installation and film will hopefully provide viewers with a rare moment of self-reflection – it’s a little snapshot of just one of the many negative impacts we have on the planet. The installation and film are intended to inspire people to think about what they can do to minimize that impact. Ultimately, we always strive to create work that inspires changes in behavior, and this piece is no different in that sense.”

Albatross ExhibitionistAfter the successful unveiling ceremony in Hossegor France end of May 2011, the Albatross Exhibitionist installation and film will now be on public display at a number of surf contests, starting at the world-famous Roxy Pro in Biarritz, France July 13. – 17. 2011.

Don’t watch only, do somthing! ❚

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