Anna Kaye - "Hot and Cold"

With a quick shake, you can observe a kaleidoscope of particles swirling around in multiple directions as gravity re-directs them to the bottom of the snow globe. Within the palms of your hand, you can hold a world encased in glass. This sphere is a microcosm of the winters we experience on our larger globe, planet Earth. Hot-and-cold was created when Denver experienced an above-average year of snowfall in 2022-2023 as the annual temperature trend in our state is on the rise. Sparks, glowing embers, smoke, and flickering flames are superimposed onto the dome. The cold and damp conditions of winter most often prevent wildfire. However, due to global warming, fire prone ecosystems are now experiencing an increase of late-season wildfires. This charcoal drawing contains a mix of contrary elements—fire and ice—mixing together to create a whole new storm. Hot-and-cold invites you to explore awe and wonder through the magic of a snow globe and to contemplate our changing planet.