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. 10
Glacial Waters no. 10
Imagine visiting the first glacier of your life and encountering the breaking edge, where chunks are losing their grip and falling off into a lake of meltwater below. The air is cool, the sun is blazing, and you hear the sound of water gurgling past in the stream that exits the lake. Ivana photographed Glacial Waters no. 10 at the breaking edge of the Pastoruri Glacier, one of the lowest altitude and now smallest glaciers in Peru due to a warming climate. She stood before ice that should have thickened in the wet season with snow, yet rain fell instead due to a warming climate, slid over its smooth surface, and rushed away down the stream. She made this photograph to express a fragile threshold, the moment when former accumulation becomes loss, and asks us to consider whether we will stop anthropogenic climate change or will we prepare for a world without glaciers? She scooped up the glacial meltwater in a spherical crystal vessel and held it up to reflect the breaking edge of the glacier. The cool blue whites of fractured ice contrast with the darker tawny bare rock in sharp focus inside the reflection. The meltwater lake covered in chunks of ice can be seen behind and below in soft focus, hinting at what is happening over time.
Imagine this thought-provoking artwork in your living room or study, where morning light draws out the luminous blues and silvery greys. Guests pause, then step closer, and ask about the story behind this artwork. Collectors who care about climate change and sustainability feel seen by this work because it quietly reflects their values. It becomes a quiet declaration of who you are and what you stand for. This piece celebrates awareness, stewardship, and the courage to face change with clarity.
““Glacial Waters no. 10” depicts the breaking edge of the Pastoruri Glacier, which is among the lowest altitude glaciers in Peru, and the smallest due to global warming. During the wet season in these landscapes it used to snow on the glaciers, building them up. Now due to the warming climate, it rains more often than snows. Rain does not build up the glaciers; Rain runs off into the streams, lakes and rivers. The ultimate aims of the researchers include understanding how much water the ecosystem and its inhabitants need, planning for adaptation to a world without glaciers, and building accurate climate models for predicting the future climate. ”
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.
