1 am not here to observe in silence.
1 am here to awaken consciousness—
in color, in truth, in the echo of tomorrow
Je ne suis pas ici pour observer le silence.
Je suis ici pour éveiller les consciences—
par la couleur, la vérité, et l'écho de demain.
This book gathers fragments of reflection, ritual, and resistance. Through immersive installations or walls galleries
Shutterfly booklet ,29 pages .
✨ A Vision, Not Yet Realized
This installation exists only in image—an imagined space, never built, yet deeply felt. It was conceived to offer the art world a glimpse of what my painting-sculptures on wood could become when given room to breathe, to resonate, to transform. Is a digital composition, drawn from my real works and reimagined into a gallery setting. It is not documentation—it is aspiration. A call to curators, collaborators, and dreamers: Let us build what has not yet been built.
All in wood canvas 36X48 inches, mixed media acrylic paint, real dry tree, nest, branch, leaf and resin
Fire, air, land and water The artwork measures 36 inches by 36 inches and features mixed media on a wood canvas with high-gloss acrylic paint.
Watercourse 36 X 48 Mixed media
The artwork was created using a combination of wood, canvas, acrylic paint, and mixed media.
The tree is made of real tree wood.
Bearing Witness to the Earth
Driven by boundless curiosity and an enduring commitment to preserving the environment, I have spent three decades "bearing witness" to the devastating impacts of climate change. My journey has taken me to extreme environments across the globe, from five humanitarian missions in Haiti to mountain villages and dense forests, from coastal stretches to the hidden heartlands of the planet.
I speak not from a place of authority, but from the quiet center of witness. My voice has the weight of experience and the soft intention of someone who really cares. I have built and sustained my work not through grants or institutions, but through personal conviction and the humble resources available to me.
The images in this book are my footprint traces left in Costa Rica's rain-soaked forests, Haiti's resilient spirit, and Earth's sacred pulse. I do not simply document the planet's beauty and pain; I reflect its rhythm by listening closely and feeling deeply. Each photograph and installation is a gesture of remembrance, a gentle act of resistance. They invite others to see nature not as scenery, but as sacred, alive, breathing, and worthy of our care.
With my eyes, I have witnessed. Now I paint and sculpt for those who haven't.
I am haunted by echoes of the past: fragments from rainforests and resilient landscapes. I have traveled from Haiti to Bali, Guadeloupe to Costa Rica, Vietnam, Bangkok, Japan, Puerto Rico, Taipei, Vancouver, the Redwoods National Park, the East Coast, the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, Colorado's ranges, the Alps, the Grand Canyon, Taos, and numerous botanical gardens, Japanese gardens, and rose gardens.
Years of gardening have taught me more than books ever could.
These shadows stretch across our fragile present. Yet they are not merely remnants of what was; they may be guides toward what could still be. Their presence beckons us to look beyond distortion, to reimagine the paths we walk, and to act with clarity and courage.
August 3, 2025. Philadelphia Chantal Westby
The sound is no longer heard in the wild. The artwork, measuring 36 x 48, combines various mediums, such as wood canvas, bird nests, feathers, and wood branches.
Title: Red Code for Humanity.
I created these two 40'' x 60'' canvases using mixed media.
They depict a red tree and a scene of devastation, symbolizing two critical concerns threatening our existence: the alarming increase in wildfires and their devastating impact on wildlife and ecosystems. My goal is to evoke a profound emotional response, urging viewers to confront the urgent need for action in the face of this environmental crisis.
These sculptures are a profound expression of my faith, concerns, and hopes. The Christian cross at the top symbolizes my faith, while the intricate, golden root-like structure spreading out below represents the interconnectedness of all life and the widespread impact of our actions on the environment. Nevertheless, my artwork beautifully combines religious symbolism with organic forms, suggesting growth, connection, and life emanating from faith.
My words reflect a deep concern for the environment and humanity's role in either its preservation or destruction. I want to express again a sense of determination, a call to action, and a plea for greater respect for the Earth and its creations. My faith guides my perspective, emphasizing the moral responsibility to protect human life, health, dignity, and security and to promote the common good, which includes the climate.
I also touch upon the varying attitudes towards climate change, particularly within the Catholic community, and the need for a shift from indifference to active stewardship. I like to highlight the importance of not just voicing concerns but also taking concrete actions to address the environmental crisis.
In essence, my sculpture and my words together hope to make a powerful statement about faith, responsibility, and the urgent need for action in the face of climate change. Our actions today will shape the future of our planet.
serving as a reminder of our interconnectedness.
Very large wood canvas, mixed media, branches,
fresh moss, leaves, metal bees, and sculpture masks.
My installation confronts the urgency of our time. The cocooned figure, entwined with moss, embodies humanity’s fate—interwoven with the Earth yet threatened by destruction. The luminous circle represents our fragile planet, surrounded by darkness.
reminding us that time is fleeting.
This piece evokes grief, unease, empathy, resolve, and hope—a call to recognize loss and to act. Technology and empty promises will not save us. The greatest threat to our planet is believing someone else will fix it.
We must unite, change, and create a future where life still flows.