Copper, Water, and the Alchemy of Decay
Aquatopia is a sculptural series that explores the baroque beauty of metamorphosis, water systems, and ecological fragility. Inspired by traditional plumbing structures and laboratory vessels, each piece reimagines drinking bowls, scooping funnels, and storage containers as fantastical water relics.
Crafted from copper and glass and produced through the slow, transformative process of electroforming, these sculptures celebrate a modern alchemy—where functional forms become symbolic objects. Decorative, plant-like growths formed by limescale and metal accretion evoke life’s dependency on water while hinting at contamination and decay.
Through this balance of function, imagination, and aesthetics, Aquatopia draws attention to the pollution of our most precious resource. These copper and glass sculptures invite reflection on sustainability, transformation, and the future of water in a changing world.
Perfect for galleries, collectors, and design spaces focused on contemporary craft, environmental art, and experimental materials.