Camille King sees her work as a symbol of nation. This recent piece, 'Ibis in Shadow', expresses her discomfort in disappearing symbols, disappearing habitats. She notes that the Scarlet Ibis - found on the national coat of arms - seems to hold little importance to citizens. The Ibis population in the Caroni Swamp continues to diminish while the exotic Anthuriums are often overshadowed by imported flowers.
‘Ibis in Shadow’ formed part of 'Inspired', an exhibition of her watercolour paintings at Soft Box Studios. The work is in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the Master of Art in Cultural Studies.
Camille King sees her work as a symbol of nation. This recent piece, 'Ibis in Shadow', expresses her discomfort in disappearing symbols, disappearing habitats. She notes that the Scarlet Ibis - found on the national coat of arms - seems to hold little importance to citizens. The Ibis population in the Caroni Swamp continues to diminish while the exotic Anthuriums are often overshadowed by imported flowers.