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Individual actions can change the world: Noah finds a forest in the sea
Empowered by our Wavemaker workshop, Dala has illustrated a storybook about how our actions can change the world; we can’t wait for you to read it.
We ran a competition around creativity and sustainability at the Arts University Bournemouth, UK. The Green Futures project challenged students to attend our Wavemaker Workshop, learn why the Ocean is so important, and our role in safeguarding it, and submit an artwork in response.
We received 12 artworks – Dala’s book being one of them – answering the question “What changes would you like to see to ensure an Ocean positive future?”
Often, the Ocean is thought to be impossibly deep and limitless.
The Ocean is vast, but it has its limits. For decades, we have used the Ocean as a dumping ground, without considering the impact of our actions.
Dala’s story, written for children, explores the moment when someone comes along and says ‘Hey, this isn’t right. We need to do better.’
These actions can change the world.
They can inspire others to rethink their own choices and make better ones, too.
Dala, a Wavemaker from the Arts University Bournemouth, chose a unique way of delivering a powerful message about imperfect environmentalism.
His book addresses cultural and global issues, aiming to make the world better.
The illustrated children’s book, ‘Noah finds a forest in the sea’ tells the story of Noah, a small girl, whose dream is to see the Ocean.
But when Noah gets there, she discovers that the beach isn’t quite like as she had imagined.
We won’t spoil the story for you – you’ll have to read Dala’s book, below, to enjoy it – but we’ll remind you: Little actions, multiplied by millions of people, have the power to change the world. In this book, but in real life, too.
The inspiration for this story struck Dala five years ago while he was sitting on the beach, enjoying the beauty of the Ocean.
He observed a little girl collecting empty bottles around her, and her act of kindness stayed with him long after.
Back then, Dala made a promise to himself to create the book someday. He says “I firmly believe that when you make a promise, the universe conspires to help you fulfil it. I could never have imagined that I would end up studying at an art school and illustrating this book.”
Thank you for raising your voice for the Ocean, Dala!
Follow Dala’s work on his website or portfolio, or get in touch with him via his Instagram page. Learn about how to submit your own Wavemaker Story here.
