Mark Dion
Project for a Monument to the Anthropocene
A core in several layers where the geological course is disrupted but where the asphalt drowns out the material productions of mankind.
Artist Bio
Mark Dion, born in 1961 in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is an American contemporary artist renowned for his interdisciplinary approach, merging sculpture, installation, and environmentalism. His work delves into the relationships between humanity, nature, and scientific inquiry. Dion’s installations challenge viewers to reconsider their connection with the environment, often incorporating found objects, scientific specimens, and historical artifacts. Notable among his projects is “Neukom Vivarium,” a living sculpture at the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle, Washington, which prompts reflection on ecology and conservation. Through exhibitions worldwide, Dion continues to provoke discourse on environmental issues and humanity’s impact on the natural world.