This project culminated in a sculptural and performance piece: a scaled reproduction of Manhattan, enveloped in a gelatin and mycelial mixture. Over three weeks, the sculpture transformed as the mycelium flourished, creating a living "death mask" of the island. This work symbolizes the shift from destructive capitalist and colonial practices toward a collective, posthumanist ideology that honors all forms of life. It embodies a commitment to rejecting the island's historical legacies of racism, segregation, and ecological harm, envisioning a more inclusive and sustainable future.

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This project was created in collaboration with Kareena Willis and Lila Feldman for the UNHCR Innovation Service: Project Unsung and Speculative Storytelling Collab Course with Barbara Adams and Jane Pirone.