Yuvika Agarwal (India)

The sun casts a bright hue on Earth every morning, only to reveal the insensitivity, selfishness and destructive practices of humankind. I’ve used this light to highlight the actions of humankind, who through their irresponsible consumption and production have shred every leaf and ounce of nature to pieces. This fallen leaf from my backyard stands for nature whose very existence has been riddled with holes and painful scars. It's time we adopt a responsible lifestyle. We must undo the damage, restore the leaf to its green glory and let the new shadow define our unity rather than our mistakes.