Kofi Annan Secretar General for UN for 10 years and International Campaigner for Human Rights said, “I believe that the process of greening the world could turn out to be as critical for society as the Industrial Revolution was in its day.’

‘The bigger the challenge, the greater the potential for man’s creativity and power of innovation to prove itself’’

I believes his words capture a fresh and creative perspective on the environmental and socioeconomic challenges facing us. Art has the power to convey and communicate information positively, through being inspired rather than shocked into reaction. i am seeking to nurture an emotional connection with the marine world, harnessing creativity to intrigue and raise awareness. I hope to cultivate a sense of responsibility and to help us to understand that each one of us is interwoven with our planets well-being with choices and the power to make the decisions. Ultimate we protect what we love.

In this time of environmental crisis people are experiencing an increased desire to learn and understand ways to contribute to our human survival. We are all connected to the oceans. Ultimately we all rely on their continuing health. We can be conscious of our impacts and start to plan and manage our interaction, preserving the pleasures and resources the ocean provides, for all future generation.

My aim for The Marine Foundation and i choose the use of the word foundation because for me in conjures up images of a strong grounding that supports.