Sea Level is a creative celebration of Zanzibar’s rich and fascinating heritage as seen today. Captured in drawings by artist and designer Sarah Markes, this book presents a unique and personal portrait of Stone Town’s vibrant streets and showcases the island’s natural beauty and cultural wealth. It is also a call to recognize the threats posed to Zanzibar’s heritage and the invaluable need to conserve it.
This is the second book in the series, following Street Level – A Collection of Drawings and Creative Writing Inspired by Dar es Salaam. Now in its fourth edition, Street Level was described by MG Vassanji as “A truly delightful book, a must for those who love Dar and care about its history.”
About the Artist:
Sarah Markes uses art, design and writing to support conservation efforts. She studied graphic design and illustration at Central St. Martins College of Art in London, since when her work included collaboratively creating educational comic books, awareness campaigns, radio shows and schoolbooks covering public health, human rights and environmental issues in Malawi, Tanzania, Southern Sudan and Zambia. More recently, she spent eight years working for the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in East Africa, before joining Oxford University’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCRU). Sarah’s work blends artistry with advocacy, celebrating heritage, culture, and the natural environment.
Sea Level follows Street Level, now in its fourth edition. Inspired by Dar es Salaam, Street Level documents the city’s rich architectural heritage and contemporary urban life while raising awareness of threats posed by demolitions and unplanned development. Sea Level continues this mission, portraying the streets and scenes of Stone Town, highlighting their fragile state, and encouraging support for conservation efforts. Her newest book is Safari – An Illustrated Celebration of East African Fauna and Flora which showcases the region’s unique biodiversity.
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