Art with a Splash: Using Art to Keep Florida's Springs Flowing

DID YOU KNOW?

According to The Nature Conservacy, The Floridan aquifer, the source of groundwater for most of Florida’s springs and 90% of the state’s drinking water, is being depleted as water demand from urban areas and unsustainable agricultural practices continually increase. Pollution, including fertilizer and sewage runoff, invasive species, excessive nutrients and erosion are also damaging the health of our springs.

As a Florida native, the springs are near and dear to my heart and I want future generations to enjoy the same springs that I swam in as a child. As an artist, a lot of my inspiration comes from time spent outdoors and on the water. Some of my best work has come after kayaking through the local rivers and springs. Rainbow River and the Ichetucknee River are top of my list (in case you were wondering).

It breaks my heart so see the water over run with algae and green goo. Ew! What happened to the crystal clear water of days past? I’m thankful for local advocacy groups like the Florida Springs Council. If you have a love of the springs like I do, check them out and see what all this non-profit organization does to protect our spring fed waterways.

As an artist, it’s important to me that my art means something and in my recent series ‘Florida Springs’ I’m doing just that. Each creation was inspired by a local Florida spring. I’m donating 50% of the proceeds of each piece sold to the Florida Springs Council to help support their efforts. By purchasing a piece, you not only own a unique work of art, but you also contribute to this worthy cause. Together, we can help ensure that our beautiful springs continue to captivate and inspire us for generations to come.

Check out my new Florida Springs Series here.