"Manatees are gentle giants that are threatened because of pollution, boating, and habitat loss. On one of my outings, I happened upon a chance to capture a close-up photo of one of these beautiful creatures without disturbing it (I am a bit superstitious and think seeing a Manatee is good luck 🙂). I had been in pursuit of images of water at the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami. As I was crossing an underpass one morning, I came across this exceptional being. The sunlight was intense, yet just perfect. In the fleeting moment when the Manatee surfaced for a breath, I was able to capture the detailed patterns of the crystal-clear water as they rippled across the Manatee's back. I decided to name this piece "Manatee's World". This is a testament to the fascinating microcosm that flourishes on the back of a Manatee, a tiny world brimming with flora and fauna, existing independently but still bound to the vast world that surrounds it."

Greg Clark 2022

This is a 1 of 1 limited edition print mounted on acrylic. The artwork is 60" x 40" and can be mounted horizontally or vertically.

This artwork was exhibited at Lynn University in Boca Raton's Social Impact Lab from December 2022 - March 2023.

It’s best to view first from a distance to see the ripples of the water then close up to immerse yourself in the very detailed miniature world that is the back of a Manatee.