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� The H2O Project: A Call to Protect Water, Life’s Most
Precious Resource
By Marcus Carlsson — Artist, Surfer, Fly Fisher & 4ocean Ambassador
Water is the essence of life. It flows through every cell of our bodies, covers most of our planet, and sustains every living thing. Yet, despite its vital role, we continue to waste, pollute, and ignore this precious natural resource.
As an artist, surfer, and fly fisher, my life has always been connected to water. I’ve felt its power in the ocean’s waves and its calm in the stillness of a mountain stream. But in my travels, I have also witnessed the damage — from plastic-choked rivers to contaminated lakes and oceans. These experiences are what gave birth to the H2O Project — a platform where art, environmentalism, and awareness meet.
� About the Artist: Marcus Carlsson
Marcus Carlsson is an internationally successful artist who has drawn wide attention in a relatively short time. Born in 1977 in Teckomatorp, Sweden, Marcus originally worked as a professional photographer across Europe. But in 2009, after attending a five-day summer course in drawing, he discovered a deep passion for art. From the very first sketch, he knew he had found his true path.
By 2011, Marcus began painting with color. His very first painting, “The Fruit,” was exhibited in Lund, Sweden. Though he has no formal art education, he always says: “I just follow my heart.”
Marcus's artistic evolution has been remarkable. Over the past decade, his paintings have gained international recognition. Among many achievements:
• � Winner of the “International Art Prize Uffizi – Florence” (2016)
• � Awarded the “Tiepolo – Arte Milan”
• � Exhibitions in Florence, MAMAG (Modern Art Museum Austria), Paris (Carrousel du Louvre)
• � Shows in New York, Washington, Milan, Shanghai, and Berlin
Marcus now owns a studio and gallery in Ystad, southern Sweden, where he continues to create art that reflects his passion for the environment and human connection.
� Water Is a Prerequisite for Life
Clean water is a basic human right — yet millions of people around the world still lack access to it. In poverty-stricken areas, sanitation is almost non-existent. People are forced to relieve themselves outdoors, and the result is widespread environmental pollution and disease.
Even basic hygiene becomes impossible without clean water and soap. And yet, the human body — composed of over 60% water — depends on constant hydration. That’s why ensuring clean water access, as laid out in the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 6, is one of the most urgent challenges of our time.
By 2025, it is expected that two-thirds of the world’s population will face acute water shortages
� Water Is a Limited Natural Resource
Though water covers 70% of Earth’s surface, less than 1% is available for human use. The rest is saltwater or locked away in glaciers and ice sheets.
Breakdown of global freshwater use:
• 70% for agriculture
• 20% for industrial use
• 10% for households
Water is slowly renewed through the water cycle, but demand is rising fast. With growing populations and changing climates, the threat of water scarcity is very real. In fact, many countries rely on rivers that cross national borders, increasing the risk of political tensions.
Still, there is hope: cooperation around water resources is far more common than conflict
� From Waves to Waste: A Personal Story
As someone who surfs and fly fishes around the world, I’ve seen both the beauty of water and the threat it faces. Plastic waste is everywhere — in rivers, lakes, oceans, and even inside marine animals.
According to BBC News, millions of tons of plastic enter our oceans every year, poisoning ecosystems and even entering our food chain.
This is why I’m proud to be an ambassador for 4ocean — an organization that removes plastic from the ocean and coastlines every day.
� Take Action: Be a Water Hero
You can help protect our most essential resource:
✅ Pick up trash near your local waterways
✅ Donate to environmental projects like 4ocean or the H2O Project
✅ Raise awareness in your community
✅ Support clean water access initiatives globally
� Want to contribute?
Donate to the H2O Project & 4ocean via PayPal
Every donation helps us clean waters, educate communities, and create impactful exhibitions.
� The H2O Project Exhibition – Berlin & Beyond
The H2O Project was recently featured at an art exhibition in Berlin, blending multimedia artworks with environmental storytelling. The goal? To educate, inspire, and take action through creativity.
This is just the beginning. With your help, the H2O Project will continue to raise awareness through art, activism, and global collaboration.
� Final Message: Water Is Life. Let’s Protect It.
Water connects all of us — from the rivers of Sweden to the coral reefs of the Pacific. It’s time we recognize its value and act accordingly.
Join the movement. Let’s make waves together.
� Visit Marcus Carlsson’s Gallery & Learn More
Titolo: Inconscio
Anno:2024
Dimensioni: 30x30 cm
Medium: Collage Digitale
Prezzo: 150 euro
Sito Web: https://dezanchiara.com
Sito Web: https://www.saatachiart.com/en-it/dezchiara
Title: Corner of a Room
Year: 2022 Size: 30 x 40 inches
Medium: Oil on canvas
Price: $2400
Website: https://www.pattyrodgersart.com
Koenig Galerie (stylised KÖNIG GALERIE) is a powerhouse of contemporary art based in Berlin, founded in 2002 by Johann König and now led alongside Lena König . The gallery has earned a reputation for dynamic, concept-driven programming, representing over 40 international artists, with a strong focus on emerging talent (frieze.com).
