The sea is calming yet treacherous. It provides balance, breath, and perspective. It is a source of life. The Melancholy Sunsets explores the ocean as a crucial source of our own wellness, and what we can do to protect and restore it.

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Why the melancholy sunsets?

Each dramatic sunset is a bittersweet reminder that another day has passed where the ocean is impacted by the consequences of our actions. From plastic waste to oil spills, more than 80% of ocean pollution comes from land-based sources (source: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences).

The magical beauty of the sunset attracts the viewer like a siren calling to a sailor. Each sunset is accompanied by a fact about issues that affect the ocean’s health, how the ocean enhances our own wellness, and steps we can take to make a difference.

What to expect

Medium: This project is comprised of photography, video, and ambient sound from The Melancholy Sunsets. Each sunset is accompanied by:

  • Haunting ocean facts

  • Interviews with experts and those taking action

  • Ways the ocean is integral to our own wellness

  • What we can do to make an impact