The Mask: Denial Behind the Mask, 2017 Sculpture / Daniel Lanzilotta

The Mask is a striking art piece entirely crafted from ocean and street debris plastic waste, meticulously handcrafted into unique pieces. Each piece carries a narrative, drawing viewers in with its captivating colors, subtly conveying a powerful message about the pervasive impact of plastic consumption on our environment and initiating a dialogue to confront our role in perpetuating the cycle of plastic pollution. 
 
By highlighting the connection between plastic waste and greenhouse gas emissions, the artwork serves as a reminder of the urgent need for behavioral modification and systemic change in our approach to plastic consumption and disposal.
 
Daniel is from the Bronx and a resident artist of Léogâne, Haiti, where plastic debris and burning are prevalent, the artist brings firsthand knowledge and aims to advocate to bring it to an end.