Submerged Memory

This cyanotype captures the shadow of pressed seaweed, preserving its delicate form through the interaction of light, chemistry, and natural materials. The deep blue tones create the illusion of looking into the sea, where the seaweed appears suspended beneath the surface in almost indigo water. Variations in tone and texture evoke shifting currents, bubbles, and microscopic marine life, drawing the viewer into an imagined underwater landscape. By transforming a small piece of seaweed into a vast seascape, the work explores perception, scale, and our connection to coastal environments, revealing beauty hidden within ordinary natural forms.