Jason deCaires Taylor is a renowned British sculptor known for creating underwater museums and sculpture parks around the world, blending art with marine conservation. His most famous projects include the Cancún Underwater Museum (MUSA) in Mexico, the Museo Atlántico in Lanzarote, Spain, and the Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park in Grenada.
Museo Atlántico (Lanzarote) Located 12 meters below the surface in the bay of Las Coloradas, Lanzarote, this underwater museum features over 300 life-size sculptures by Taylor.
The museum is designed not only as an artistic installation but also as an artificial reef to promote marine life and environmental awareness.
Notable works include "The Raft of Lampedusa," "Hybrid Garden," and "Detached," which provoke reflection on human interaction with nature and social issues.
Cancún Underwater Museum (MUSA) Situated off the coast of Cancún, Mexico, MUSA is one of the world’s largest underwater museums, with more than 500 sculptures.
The sculptures are made from pH-neutral materials to encourage coral growth and marine biodiversity.
The museum attracts over 750,000 visitors annually and serves as both an art destination and a conservation project.
Other Notable Projects Taylor has also created underwater installations in the Bahamas (Ocean Atlas), Grenada, and even a river installation in London’s Thames.
His works are recognized for their environmental impact and have been featured in major galleries and publications.
Jason deCaires Taylor’s museums are unique in that they are dynamic, evolving artworks, constantly transformed by marine life and the underwater environment