Where the ships die?

2024

Found metal sheet, sand, construction debris, chalk, charcoal, self-made paper

30x 30x 28 inches (variable)

This is an epitaph to bring to light the deaths of people who die due to toxic environments. The Chittagong ship-breaking yard in Bangladesh dismantles large toxic ships, where thousands of workers are involved in salvaging ship components, they face severe risks from poisonous substances, falls, and explosions, leading to numerous fatalities and injuries each year. The coastal environment suffers from severe contamination by oil, asbestos, and chemicals, while the extreme heat further exacerbates health and safety issues.