Watch the video to learn about the research that inspired the Glacial Waters series
In this body of work I traveled with climate scientists in Peru (White Mountains Region) and in the United States (Glacier National Park) and responded to what I learned from their research. I used a glass vessel filled with glacial melt water as a lens to photograph through. The water within encapsulated and reflected the scenes, creating a visual metaphor to express the fresh water resource issues associated with glacial recession due to climate change. To learn more click here to read the full artist statement.
Glacial Waters no. 11
Glacial Waters no. 11
Can you imagine the feeling of stepping onto a high Andean bog that feels like a spongy, springy mattress beneath your footsteps? Ivana made Glacial Waters no. 11 after walking through this rare Peruvian ecosystem and realized that every tuft of plant life survives on meltwater flowing down from the glaciers above. Picture yourself inhaling the clean, mineral scent of wet earth while wind moves softly across the bog, knowing that if the glaciers vanish, this living carpet will quietly fade with them. Ivana filled the spherical crystal vessel with glacial meltwater and held it up to the scene to reflect the dense clusters of yellow and green plants pressed tightly together in velvety mounds, their soft textures contrasting with the blue sky and undulating earth tones of the mountain above the valley. The harmonious earthy colors contrast with the blue sky, expressing both nourishment and fragility in a single frame.
Envision this serene artwork in your study or dining room, where its colors bring the vastness of the landscape indoors during every season. Guests lean in to understand the reflection, and the conversation turns to water, stewardship, and the delicate ecosystems that need stewardship to maintain their harmonious balance. Collectors who value environmental stewarship and sustainability recognize their own ethics mirrored here. The piece becomes more than décor. It becomes a statement of care and awareness. It celebrates the invisible threads that connect glaciers, soil, plantlife and climate stability.
“ This unique bog landscape in Peru feels like a spongy springy mass underfoot. The tight clusters of plants are fed by the melting glaciers in the mountains above. Bogs are known to be effective at sequestering carbon and preventing it from entering the atmosphere. Using water within to encapsulate and reflect the scenes, I create a visual metaphor to express the glacial loss and the associated freshwater resource issues caused by a warming planet. I made this photograph because I recognized that this entire ecosystem depends on the flow of water from the glaciers during the warm dry season. If the glaciers disappear, so will this ecosystem.”
This signed and numbered, limited edition archival pigment ink print is created on 100% reclaimed content matte fine art cotton paper, manufactured in Moab Utah with wind power, ensuring both longevity and environmental responsibility. Each print represents Ivana's commitment to using materials that align with the environmentally conscious philosophy expressed in the artwork itself. The archival quality inks and museum-grade paper mean this piece will maintain its vibrant color and remain a cherished part of your collection for generations.The pigment ink printing technology exquisitely renders the fine details and tonal shifts in the image, creating depth on the subltle velvety natural surface texture inherent to the cotton fine art paper that contributes tactile richness. This print is in a very limited edition of 20, which enhances its exclusivity. The watermark is only for internet display and will not appear on the final artwork. If you would like guidance in visualizing it in your space, Ivana offers a complimentary digital mockup so you can confidently add this artwork to your collection. Contact Ivana for this service. Gallery style archival framing is available for an additional charge.
This image is available in two sizes.
14" x 21" image size in an edition of 10 and currently no. 1/10 is available for you to enjoy.
28" x 42" image size in an edition of 6 and currently no. 1/6 is available for you to enjoy.
