ISMAR’s Project Maelstrom @ the Venice Boat Show 2024
2 weeks’ residency at the Institute of Marine Sciences in Venice, working on Project Maelstrom.
“MAELSTROM designs, manufactures and integrates scalable, replicable and automated technologies co-powered with renewable energy and second-generation fuel, to identify, remove, sort and transform all types of collected marine litter into valuable raw materials.
The project brings together 14 partners including research centers, recycling companies, NGOs, marine scientists and robotic experts from 8 European countries.” (https://www.maelstrom-h2020.eu/ )
Another aspect of this initiative is to divulge scientific knowledge about the state of our seas through art, and this is what I am invited to do. My project is to make artworks in loco using both the waste recovered from the sea thorugh their projects, and that produced in their labs, whilst interacting with visitors and occasional collaborators - who are required to be vegan for the whole day! Also part of my artivism.
These artworks will then stay as a permanent installation in their stunning building at the Arsenale.
More on Project Maelstrom here: https://www.maelstrom-h2020.eu/
Eco-Artivism in Mosaic
One yearly course , 1 session of 4 hours pw, 6 weeks in total. Book here
Premio Accademico Internazionale di Poesia e Arte Contemporanea “Apollo dionisiaco”, XI edizione Roma 2024
The International Academy of Signification, Poetry and Contemporary Art, founded in 2014, in a training agreement with the University of Roma Tre, accredited by the Lazio Region, registered in the register of Roma Capitale, of the Municipality of Canale Monterano and promoted from the Italian Cultural Institute of New York, is a non-profit psychophysical architecture of people who share the ethical and aesthetic value of Poetry and Contemporary Art, of the significance of man's creative expressions according to an aesthetic semiotics, of knowledge, of social and cultural participation and the integration of the expressive languages of life and art. Established for the purpose of promoting, training, researching, experimenting, protecting, disseminating, signifying, valorising and rewarding every form of human and artistic expression, taking care of the analysis of the meanings of all expressive languages.
Aimed at the aforementioned purposes are the International Academic Award for Poetry and Contemporary Art "Dionysian Apollo" with an annual celebration at the new exhibition and awards venue of the Conference Room of the National Central Library of Rome, an institution of the Ministry of Culture, the Academic Exhibition of Contemporary Art online and the Academic Anthology of Contemporary Poetry online with the critical analyzes of valorisation of the works of the president, the Academic Gallery of Contemporary Art at the City of Art Canale Monterano in Rome for the curation of the individual live exhibitions, the critical presentation care of catalogs published under the Academy brand of individual artists, the creation of videos, workshops, conferences, experiments, publications, concerts, book presentations, theatrical performances, commemorations, cultural trips.
The Association's integrated activities are also aimed at children and disabled people, for the emergence and enhancement of expressive potential.
Founding President Prof. Fulvia Minetti
Vice President Dr. Renato Rocchi
Art Director Antonino Bumbica
Earthfest - speaker
🌍 Join Us at Earthfest 2024: A New Festival of Sustainability 🌱
This April, I'm thrilled to be part of Earthfest, the inaugural sustainability festival in the vibrant heart of London's King's Cross. I'll be joining an exceptional lineup of speakers dedicated to fostering sustainable living and climate action. I will be speaking at the Earthfest Stage, proudly supported by AutoTrader on Friday 19th April 2024 at 2:10pm.
Expect a rich program of interactive workshops, immersive exhibitions, and engaging talks by industry leaders. Plus, don’t miss the electric vehicle showcases, sustainable fashion zones, and the vibrant World Music Stage. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, businesses, and influencers who are at the forefront of environmental change,
Designed with inclusivity at its heart, Earthfest is more than an event—it's a movement inspiring positive climate action.
Hope to see you there!
EarthFest 2024
An experience that is more than an event - it’s the beginning of a movement.
Learn from thought leaders and industry experts through interactive demonstrations, talks, and workshops. Through innovative solutions, live music and artists, we foster connections, ignite ideas, and inspire change.
All proceeds from Earthfest will go towards funding the Camden Clean Air Initiative, a non-profit action group aiming to improve air quality across the Borough of Camden. Our projects increase awareness and education around air pollution, and aim to introduce policy and infrastructural change. Through Earthfest, we are hoping to fundraise to expand our impact throughout London, and launch the London Clean Air Initiative.
EmpowerHER: Creativity, Courage, and Magical Thinking
Women artists from across the UK were invited to submit their artwork for the launch of CasildART Contemporary, London's newest gallery. On 15th March 'EmpowerHer' - a celebration of women's art for International Women's Day, opens at 32 Connaught Street, Connaught Village, London, W2 2AY.
Aligned with the 2024 IWD theme, ‘Inspire Inclusion,’ the exhibition showcases the talents of women from diverse backgrounds, transcending barriers of race, ethnicity and nationality featurin an array of new visual art from women artists in a joyful celebration of sisterhood.
ArtGeminiPrize
The artists featured in this exhibition hail from diverse backgrounds, embracing a wide range of cultural influences and artistic disciplines. Their works serve as a testament to the richness that arises when different voices come together in harmony.
Engage with the art on a personal level as you discover the stories, inspirations, and aspirations that have shaped each piece.
ArtGeminiPrize have been organising art exhibitions for the past 20 years and together with the past 10 artprize editions which attracted over 8000 entries from 44 countries with over £70,000 cash prizes won by artists.
Participating artists include: Alexandra Moskalenko, Deborah Pearse, Gail Astbury, Zoya Chung,Tenslin Augustine, Francesca Busca, Monika Blanka Katterwe, Giulia Mastracchio, Alexandra Goaga, Azabache Patlache, Jesus Suarez, Chung Yuk Bing and Stefan Marcus.
Ephemeral Elegance: Women in Artistic Reflection
Step into the world of “Ephemeral Elegance: Women in Artistic Reflection” an immersive exploration of the delicate interplay between fleeting beauty and enduring strength within the diverse tapestry of womanhood. Through a rich array of artistic mediums, this exhibition endeavors to encapsulate the ephemeral moments of grace, resilience, and creativity that define the feminine experience. Artists skillfully illuminate the nuanced layers of women’s narratives, inviting viewers to reflect on the delicate balance between impermanence and timeless spirit. From evocative brushstrokes to sculptural masterpieces, each piece serves as a captivating reflection of the ephemeral yet profound elegance woven into the fabric of women’s lives, honoring their multifaceted roles and invaluable contributions to both art and society.
The artists whose work features in this exhibition are: Alisa Golovkina, Anna Rudenko, Brittany Kurtinecz, Caitlyn Matthews, Catherine Levey, Charlotte White, Chris Wilmott, Christine Martin (KissyColour), Darico Hasaya, Edd Jones, Ekaterina Bobrova, Francesca Busca, Gillian Mather, Iga Koncka, Jo Lamoureux, Judith Bach, Laura Higgins, Leyla Borovalı, Louisa Pankhurst Johnson, Marina Trani, Nicole Burnay, Niko Pazzaglia, Odelle Golomb, Olasumbo Wright, Quin de la Mer, Rachel Clarke, Romana Ashraf, Sandra Antonovic, Sylvie Millen, Tara Keegan, Tracy Satchwill, Victoria Skutina.
Sustainability in Practice
Exhibition held in Liverpool surrounding the topic of sustainability and how artists utilise sustainability in their practice.
Run by Joshua Norwood as part of his Research Project in conjunction with his own gallery, 'Meta Space Gallery'.