Of Natural Causes

Of Natural Causes is an art installation by Einar and Jamex de la Torre which explores the causes and impact of climate change. This dense and impactful installation investigates the loss of human connection with nature and its mystic associations with the pagan spirit world. David and Sophie explore the influence of Mexican Baroque and ancient Aztec symbology on the art of the de la Torres.   

The de la Torre brothers‘ interview poses some hard questions for students and teachers but offers hope for human ingenuity to find a solution.  

 

 

Junior Curator Assignments

 

game warden

In this lesson you will dive into what you find important about the natural world.

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Flags

In this lesson you will discover new flags and the meaning behind them.

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environmental activism

In this lesson, you will research environmental activism and hopefully discover a cause you would like to contribute to.

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el horror vacuii collage

This project will help students understand the Mexican Baroque style.

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