A stunning underwater landscape is being brought to the surface for New Yorkers to experience as part of a new public art installation. Collaborating with marine scientists, artists are transforming detailed sonar maps of the Hudson Canyon—a vast, little-known submarine canyon—into a large-scale visual display on the Brooklyn Bridge. The project aims to raise awareness about deep-sea ecosystems and the importance of ocean conservation by making the unseen world of the canyon accessible to the public. Visitors can explore the intricate formations and biodiversity of this underwater region through an immersive artistic interpretation.
Wildlife Conservation Society, ArtW, and Artist Anita Glesta Bring the Hidden World of the Hudson Canyon to the Brooklyn Bridge WCS Newsroom