Yellow Tiles: these showcase Dahlsen's early works, representing the foundation of his artistic career.
Red Tiles: these feature the genesis of Dahlsen's "accidental" then deliberate shift in his artistic approach in the late 1990s. This pivotal moment marked the birth of his distinctive style and his emergence as a pioneering environmental artist.
A defining characteristic of Dahlsen's art is his use of ocean litter, particularly plastic waste, as the primary medium. His artworks serve as a powerful commentary on the urgent issue of plastic pollution, with vivid colours and varied textures acting as a visual reminder of plastic's pervasive nature in our environment.
Dahlsen's artworks are featured in major public and private collections worldwide. Artist, academic, author and speaker; he holds a PhD in environmental art.
Inclusivity
The GPGP Project is firmly committed to inclusivity, actively engaging a broad spectrum of communities, including Pacific Rim Indigenous artists, schools, and underrepresented groups. We foster mentorship and collaboration between emerging artists and established figures to amplify voices that often go unheard and create pathways for success in the art world and beyond.
Digital Innovation
InfinArt's GPGP Environmental Art Project embraces the latest technologies to develop immersive and engaging experiences. Through augmented and mixed reality installations, viewers can interact with the mosaic in real time, gaining deeper insights into the environmental issues it represents. Moreover, carbon-neutral blockchain-powered digital artworks ensure authenticity and offer unique opportunities for artists to share and sell their work while promoting sustainability.
Each piece in the exhibition includes interactive elements such as QR codes and smart tags linked to digital content that expands on the artists' intentions and InfinArt’s environmental narratives behind each tile. By merging physical and digital art forms, the project creates versatile, dynamic exhibitions that can adapt to various spaces—from traditional galleries, outdoor installations, immersive, XR and Web3 environments.
The Blue Tile Initiative
The 1,562 blue tiles provide a platform for Pacific Rim Indigenous communities, aspiring environmental artists, and diverse voices from around the globe. A panel of notable figures from the arts, creative industries, and media will select the final submissions, with winners earning a place on one of the blue tile panels. This initiative seeks to empower, elevate, and uplift underrepresented artists and communities by offering pathways to success.