The Spirit of Sustainability
Featuring Art by Andrea Fernandez
Curated by Ina Rusin

In a world where change is often contingent upon profits, climate change has become a disastrous byproduct of greed, consumption, and waste. In response, some artists have begun to reflect upon their own art practices and connection to the Earth in order to adapt a more mindful approach to their creations. This exhibition seeks to reimagine the marketplace as environmentally conscious and centered around the needs of the earth, the voice of the artist, and their communities.

Andrea Fernandez is an artist and environmentalist that examines the interconnections of life through the relationship between artist and sustainability. Her mixed media work beautifully utilizes biodegradable and ethically sourced organic materials to teach us the value in knowing we are not outside of nature but rather an extension of it. Andrea is deeply tied to her ancestral and spiritual practices, allowing it to flow seamlessly into her art. Her pieces challenge the viewer, other artists, and herself to explore new methods of sustainability and envision a more healing reality for us as a collective.

Closing Reception
Friday February 7, 2025
6:00pm to 9:00pm

Fern & Fossil
145 Court Street, Shop #1
Newark, NJ 07103

6:00pm-7:00pm - A Wand Manifestation Workshop w/ artist, Andrea Fernandez - $35

7:30pm-9:00pm - Friday Night Plant & Sip Terrarium Workshop w/ Fern & Fossil - $50 -$58