Mankind’s interaction with its natural environment is the basis and subject of this work. Just as natural fossils are the imprints of prehistoric life on earth, Judith and David have created “Modern Fossils”: pieces that ponder the substances we are currently leaving behind in our environment, to be unearthed far in the future. These artists were inspired by the metal manhole and storm drain covers found in their local river towns. With these in mind, they create original plaster artworks, which proclaim the truth that our waterways’ health is key to our community’s existence and future. During clean-ups of local waterway environments, these artists collect natural materials and man-made detritus, which they use to create the images in their pieces. The resulting wall-hangings embody the modern dilemma of mankind’s struggle to maintain a balanced relationship with nature. Their art also proclaims the vital environmental message stressing the necessity of keeping our waterways clean and healthy.