I’ve always found the ocean and its weird, wonderful creatures to be a source of breathtaking beauty and odd fascination. Coral reefs have always intrigued me specifically, with their rich, vibrant colours and the vast biodiversity they support - although these days, sadly less and less so. Marine biodiversity is disappearing at an alarming rate, and it's not just the loss of beauty that's tragic — it's the collapse of entire ecosystems that threatens our future, and the well-being of future generations.

Through this piece, I wanted to imagine a world where we’ve come together to restore and protect these underwater treasures: a future where oceans and humans coexist in harmony. This artwork is more than just a lively underwater scene - it’s a reminder of what’s at stake. My hope is that this piece inspires people to give marine conservation the attention and urgency it needs - before it’s too late.

Amy-Lee Tak