Restoring Louisiana’s shoreline may seem like an overwhelming task, but resident and artist Tim Cherry is dedicated to helping make a difference, one glass bottle at a time. After Hurricane Katrina left parts of Louisiana in ruins in 2005, such as Grand Isle, Cherry decided to take action and help rebuild the shoreline.
For the last fifteen years, Cherry has been collecting glass bottles from the Gulf of Mexico along the Louisiana coastline. He not only collects ecologically-sound materials to use in his stunning art pieces, but also engages volunteers to help him pick up more trash and other debris from the shore. A major component of Cherry’s process is to bring awareness to the beauty of the local environment.
Through his upcycled works of art, Cherry is working to contribute to restoring Louisiana’s shoreline. The bottle scrabble mosaics he creates are made up of glass bottles and shells he collects along the shore, as well as recycled wood obtained from the area. He regularly showcases his coastal art in local galleries, where people can appreciate the uniqueness and beauty of the pieces.
In addition to creating art to help beautify the shoreline of Louisiana, Cherry is also working to encourage others to take action in their own local environment. He uses his projects to spread awareness about littering, and speaks to local groups about the importance of recycling and helping their community. He hopes that his artwork and messages will inspire others to do their part in protecting the shoreline of Louisiana.
Cherry’s work has already made a marked difference in the state’s coastal area. His efforts have inspired others to take action, and his artwork is helping to create a connection between people and their local environment. Thanks to Cherry’s dedication to restoring Louisiana’s shoreline, that task is becoming more achievable, one glass bottle at a time.
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