Her work explores the literal and metaphorical connections between urban dwellers and the rivers that run through their cities; she seeks to build coalitions of people who support public commons and acknowledge water as a human right. Her creation of human-made ecosystems offers visitors a multisensory experience and an insight into the delicate balance of biodiversity. Mary’s recent projects include “Wading Bridge,” an interactive installation in Des Moines, Iowa, and “Swale,” a public floating food forest in New York City that offers free fresh food and fosters conversation about public food resources. Read more about Mary’s visual art on her website.