Traffic Control Box

Courtney Currier

Living dual yet integrated lives as both a scientist and an artist, I draw my inspiration largely from the natural world and desert ecosystems in particular. Working with three young artists from Basha High School, Angelina, Kayla, and Sydney, my design reflects a unique ecological perspective of the Sonoran Desert and Salt River. In particular, we chose to highlight the wonder of nighttime nature, nocturnal animals, and the local (and at times ecologically controversial) wild horse community. We also chose a colorful linocut style to make the images pop! Even in urban centers like Chandler, we are embedded in a desert; my goal was to bring more appreciation to “unseen” facets of this awesome ecosystem to viewers.

Source: City of Chandler