Provocative Nation is an on going project to explore America’s progress toward sustainable lifestyle choices. When Mauro Clerici and Tonianne Fleig began to incorporate more environmental responsibility into their daily routine, they discovered it wasn’t as simple as buying a different light bulb. They began to question what sustainability really meant and how much of a role it should play in modern life.
In September of 2009, Mauro and Tonianne traveled 11,000 miles over 56 days to find Americans who had found more committed ways of living sustainably. To test their own commitment, they drove a hybrid car, traveled with their own reusable provisions, and slept on the couches of friends and hospitable strangers. They spoke with people involved in urban planning, politics, the arts, farming, the food industry architecture, alternative energy, and recycling. “We saw so much creative potential in what these Americans were doing not only to advance our society but also to educate people along the way.”

You can learn more about our 2009 trip at theProvocative Nation Trip site

PAST EXHIBITS INCLUDE

Pratt Institute
New York, NY

Kevin Barry Gallery
Staten Island, NY

Press Releases

• Press Release – Pratt Institute, NYC – March 1 – March 31 2010

• Press Release – Kevin Barry Gallery, Staten Island – April 19 – June 15 2010