An indepth look into the works of illustrations, graphics, music & photography presented by Leon Sparkes. Please view archive for complete history of past projects. Click pin links for work discription. Mail: imrleon@aol.com
GLASS BEACH
Glass Beach
During the early 20th century residents of Fort Bragg, California chose to dispose of their waste by hurling it off the cliffs above a beach. No object was too toxic or too large as household appliances, automobiles, and all matter of trash were tossed into the crashing waves below, eventually earning it the name The Dumps.
In 1967 the North Coast Water Quality Board closed the area completely and initiated a series of cleanups to slowly reverse decades of pollution and environmental damage.
Over time the unrelenting ocean waves have, in a sense, cleansed this beach, turning the sand into a sparkling, multicolored bed of smooth glass stones now known as Glass Beach.
The beach is now an unofficial tourist attraction and the California State Park System has gone so far as purchasing the property and incorporating it into surrounding MacKerricher State Park.
As riots spread across our nation last week a bitter taste has been left in our minds. People are hurting and rumours growing. In this madness people become afraid and negative…Let’s combine creativity with action and make the changes that we wish to see.
Currently involved in The Pod Project and would like to spread the news about the progress of the project. The launch was a success and we are now in discussions about planning the workshops. More news to come.
‘The Pod Project’ launch event. Working with ‘The Lift Project’ petals and I have put together an event to gain community interest in this space. We plan to introduce themes of Arts and crafts, the environment and community and work with a group of youths to generate ideas on utilising the space.
