The extreme results of this interaction between humanity and the Earth has led scientists to declare a new geological epoch, known as the “Anthropocene.” Much of my undergraduate work as an English major at Georgetown has focused on the area of Environmental Humanities. This work explores the theme of human intervention on the natural world embodied in the Aquinnah Cliffs of Martha’s Vineyard. As this popular tourist destination continues to experience the threats of human interaction in the form of erosion on the coastline, I have tried to envision the future of this natural space.

This futuristic rendering of the Aquinnah Cliffs explores the nature of humanity’s interaction on this natural space. I substituted the water for fabric in order to think about the effects of consumerism on our environment, looking at how industrialization and technological enhancements has infringed upon natural spaces such as this one.