Vincent Mock (1980) inhabits many worlds. From the African wilderness to the depths of the ocean, his sense of responsibility as an environmentalist is always reflected in his work. Whether contemplating the transience of life on earth or asking questions regarding the complexities of human consciousness, Mock does not allow us to rest easily. He stimulates our imagination and reminds us of our interdependence with the natural world.
The sculptures are meant to remind us of a sense of unity by transforming man’s destructive tools and intentions into something beautiful. Through his art, Vincent Mock intends to draw attention to the dangers our marine wildlife is exposed to. Mock aims to inspire our modern era by showcasing the beauty of nature and evoking a feeling of oneness.
From a distance these life-size sculptures appear to be featherlight, suspended in space as if free-floating weightlessly. Like real fish, they seem to celebrate the open space as their ocean. The deadly hooks that the fishing industry so often uses to empty our oceans are so intricately welded together that they resemble schools of fish synchronously swimming through the air.
