The photographs, posters, and collages are the work of the Leadership Class at Marin Oaks High School in Novato, California.

Earth Day 2015 gave the students the opportunity to think about the many issues facing our environment and how each person can contribute, and be a part of the solution by taking simple actions every day.

We began our project with a field trip to the education center at Marin Sanitary Service. We were able to see first hand what happens to our recycling and garbage. We learned about Marin’s goal of zero waste by 2025 through the three R’s-- Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling.

The students chose an environmental issue facing our world, and used their cell phone cameras to create a photo statement about their environmental subjects.

The goal of the posters and collages is to educate and inform the community. The students benefited by learning about the many challenges facing the environment, and how they can make a difference. Using their art, creativity, problem solving skills, and technology to communicate their message to the community.

The posters and collages were exhibited at The Marin Society of Artists, in Ross California in May 2015.