After the Comet

By Anaïs Lera (France via Vancouver, BC)

1275 Kelly Lake, 46 North Brewing
August 2024, Up Here 10

Photo: Brandon Michael Gray

The design interprets the Sudbury Basin’s comet impact, showcasing diverse layers of Earth’s crust that are now exploited by the mining industry. The imaginary, otherwordly flora symbolizes the life that has evolved to the present, nurtured by this significant geological event. This artistic representation highlights the enduring connection between cosmic events, natural history and modern human activity—symbolized by the lapidary stone at the center of each flower. The colour palette embraces the original brick of the building.

Anaïs Lera

Anaïs Lera grew up exploring the South of France with a microscope—a playful study that has profoundly shaped her artistic practice. Today, living in Vancouver, her work sits at the intersection of illustration and design, and her vibrant, intricate otherworldly ecosystems toe the border between science and fiction.