Water

“All of the water on Earth comes from space. It was deposited at the Earth’s formation by asteroids and comets. And that means that the water is older than the planet, and it’s probably even older than the sun. And that I think is a source of genuine wonder, genuine awe.
When I was doing my PhD in astrophysics, they discovered the first planet orbiting another star. And since then, scientists have found over 5,000 new planets. The thing is, every single one of those other planets is garbage. As far as we know, the Earth is the only good planet. It’s the only planet that supports life, it’s the only planet where fun is possible. And I think it’s worth preserving.”
- Kate Marvel, climate scientist and author, former NASA scientist

Water is essential in supporting life, yet every day we take it for granted. As we go about our busy lives, water and a few other things we actually need to survive become afterthoughts. Every day, poor decisions that are affecting water and therefore the health of our planet are moving us closer to irreversible damage and an unbearable future. From drought to floods, we’re already experiencing the effects of extreme weather caused by the climate crisis. I hope these installations will inspire us to slow down, reflect and take action against climate change, because it affects everyone and everything that we love.

Gosia Kościółek was born in Poland in 1982 and moved to Toronto, Canada, in 1994, at the age of twelve. Her background in Illustration from Sheridan College and her early career as a painter have led to her passion for sculpting. Her sculptural works have been exhibited in galleries and art fairs in cities such as Toronto, Montreal, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, London, Rome and Moscow, to name a few. Gosia’s sculptures have been featured in numerous publications such as Hi-Fructose Magazine, Create Magazine, Steadfast Art Magazine, Canadian Interiors Magazine and House & Home Magazine. She is currently living and working in Prince Edward County, Canada.

Water is on exhibition July 17th-September 2nd, 2026, in the County Arts Lab Vitrines, located just outside the County Arts Lab in the Armoury, Picton (Unit 2E, 206 Main Street).

All are invited to attend the County Arts 40th Anniversary party and opening reception of Water on Friday, July 17th, 2026 from 5-8 PM.