At the edge of the ice floe

At first glance, Antarctica appears still and untouched. Yet, behind the seeming tranquility, a profound change is taking place. Massive ice sheets are melting, glaciers are retreating, and habitats are irrevocably changing.

At the center of the image, a penguin mother and her chick stand on a narrowed ice floe. They appear small against the overwhelming landscape, yet they are the true focus of attention. Their closeness conveys a sense of connection, while the disintegrating ice surfaces reveal their vulnerability.

With her characteristic visual language, Iris Heyn combines clear geometric shapes with targeted color accents, creating a work that simultaneously touches and provokes thought. It is less an accusation than a silent reminder of how precious and worthy of protection our planet is, and how directly nature, climate change, and our future are interconnected.