A Powerful Tribute to Resilience and Reflection

Published on November 04, 2024

By Jeniffer Viscarra, Commissioner

Last month, the City of Sunny Isles Beach had the honor of partnering with Miami-based artist Luli Sulichin to present two powerful and immersive art installations—Saltwater Tears and Caged Pacifiers. These works were created in remembrance of the October 7 attacks, offering a poignant and emotional experience for all who encountered them.

Caged Pacifiers brings attention to the heartbreaking realities faced by children affected by geopolitical conflicts. The exhibition featured a series of suspended cages, each cradling a glowing pacifier. The installation encouraged visitors to reflect on the innocence lost and the profound impact of war on the youngest and most vulnerable.

Saltwater Tears was a site-specific installation created especially for Sunny Isles Beach. This 12-foot outdoor piece consisted of a pyramid of cages, each holding delicate glass teardrops filled with ocean water. The use of saltwater as a symbol in Jewish tradition represents suffering, and this installation served as a moving tribute to grief, loss, and resilience. It transformed the landscape, inviting viewers to confront the emotional weight of conflict while promoting empathy, unity, and healing.

Contact Commissioner Jeniffer Viscarra at seat4@sibfl.net or 305.792.1750.