By Michael Goro

Medium: poster
Year: 2008
Image Size: 17 × 23 inches
Edition Size: unknown
Unsigned

The print "Fish Rots From the Head Down" starkly illustrates the profound impact of environmental negligence, using the metaphor of a decaying fish to emphasize how corruption and poor leadership can lead to ecological disaster. The imagery evokes an unsettling connection between industrial pollution and the health of our ecosystems, suggesting that the deterioration of natural environments often originates from the top echelons of power. Factories emitting smoke and waste symbolize the harmful decisions made by those in authority, prioritizing profit over sustainability.