ROOFTOP Arts Centre

Art for planet Earth
2024-09-04 11:00 - 2024-10-12 16:00 (Europe/London) | ROOFTOP Arts Centre, 27 New Post Office Square, Corby, Northants, NN17 1PB, United Kingdom
Unveiling Ocean’s Secrets
Welcome to the “ART for Planet Earth” exhibition! As you explore the captivating artworks, let’s take a moment to reflect on our planet’s oceans. 🌊
Did you know that our oceans are facing a serious problem? There’s an alarming amount of garbage—plastic, debris, and waste—polluting these vast blue expanses. And here’s a jaw-dropping fact: In 2017, at the bottom of the Mariana Trench—a mind-boggling 10 kilometers deep in the Pacific Ocean (considered the deepest part of the world’s oceans)—a robotic submersible made some unexpected discoveries.
Hold your breath (or gasp, as you prefer) because down there, amidst the darkness and pressure, our intrepid explorer found:

A Tin of Spam: Yes, you read that right. Even in the abyssal depths, someone managed to misplace a tin of Spam. Perhaps it was a deep-sea picnic gone wrong?
A Bottle of Budweiser: Apparently, even the ocean floor isn’t immune to a little beer craving. Cheers to the mysterious underwater party host!
Plastic Bags: Ah, the ubiquitous plastic bags—they’ve infiltrated every corner of our planet, including the deepest trenches. These silent drifters are a stark reminder of our impact on the environment.

So, as you admire the artistry around you, remember that our oceans need our attention and care. Let’s create more beauty and less garbage. And hey, feel free to share this mind-boggling oceanic trivia with your friends—it’s a conversation starter that’ll leave them both interested and horrified! 🌎🎨🌟
And don’t forget to visit the “ART for Planet Earth” exhibition. We invite you and encourage you to share this eye-opening experience with others. Let’s raise awareness together! 🌊🎉
