A(r)MOR of KELP

For these masks and shields, I work with Pacific marine algae in California, focusing specifically on large brown algae seaweeds known as kelp, or Nereocytis.

Kelp stands as a foundational algae, playing a pivotal role as the cornerstone for some of the planet’s most abundant ecosystems. Remarkably, it contributes significantly to oxygen production, releasing substantial amounts back into the atmosphere.

These underwater kelp forests hold immense importance for our survival, presenting a comparable significance to the terrestrial forest ecosystems often hailed as the lungs of the earth. Recognizing their critical role sheds light on the interconnectedness of marine and terrestrial environments in sustaining life on our planet.