Santiago Maldonado

Nature’s Circle

From the artist: Depicted in this artwork are three ecosystems. They are all interconnected to show diversity living in harmony. First, the mother crocodile is protecting unhatched life. Next is the hippopotamus, who represents strength and adaptability. The giraffe leaning over the water represents calm and that gentle giants can exist. The monkey represents playfulness and nourishment. Finally, there is the roar of the lion, the king of the jungle. Here the lion rules over all the ecosystems with courage and bravery. My artwork and this piece in particular exemplifies that although we are different, we call all live and thrive together.