A Call to Change by Ray Besserdin

Description

Symbolically, this work is based on the conspicuous decline of our Christmas Beetles. 

In the web of life, beetles are both important as plant pollinators and agents of the nutrient cycle at root level.  Their curl grubs and wriggling pupae were once common in most backyards but are increasingly rare to find.  For that reason, I omitted the pupal phase to bring attention to an obvious interruption somewhere in their live cycle.

Not to speculate on causes, insects are very resilient, and provided we are aware of our surroundings such that we may be able to manage our interactions for the better, a pinned museum specimen may not be the only way future generations see these beautiful creatures. The triangular frame signifies a pivot point, (also the algebraic symbol delta = change).

Awards

Selected artwork for Gallerium Art Prize  ” EXTINCTION: Save the Planet 2022″ exhibition

Selected artwork for National Entomology Insect Expo, Melbourne, Australia

Mention Honorifique – Professional Artists Competition – Mondial Art Academia, France 2020       

Ladder Art Space would be pleased to arrange for shipping if you cannot collect directly from us. Please contact us at gallery@ladderartspace.com.au if you require this service, and we will provide you with a quote.

Please note You can make the payment by cash or card. However, online payment is subject to a non-refundable surcharge of 2.5%+ $0.30 when you choose ‘Paypal’ or ‘Credit card’.
You can choose ‘direct bank transfer’ in checkout to skip the surcharge. We will contact you once we receive the payment, to confirm your purchase.