Reconnecting with nature
The Art of Nature
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The Art of Nature is implemented by Smashing Times international Centre for the Arts of Equality and is made up of two main elements; The Art of Trees and Landscapes of the Soul. The Art of Trees is a promenade theatre show reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature. Landscapes of the Soul is a visual art exhibition mapping physical landscapes of nature to landscapes of the soul reflecting on ways to hold on to the courage to be who we truly are
Ireland
Local
Rathfarnham, Dublin, Ireland
Mainly urban
It refers to other types of transformations (soft investment)
Yes
2024-11-03
Yes
Creative Europe
No
No
As a representative of an organisation
The Art of Nature
This was an environmental arts-based programme using the arts and new digital technologies to reflect on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature.
The programme consisted of two main components – a live outdoor, walk-in-the park nature-based interactive performance titled The Art of Trees and a multi-disciplinary visual art, poetry and film exhibition titled Landscapes of the Soul. A third element which was the availability of information through online digital sources via the Smashing Times Creative Eco-Centre which is an online art gallery created by the company and accessible to all people across Europe.
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan at St Enda’s Park, Rathfarnham, Dublin was a guided, walkabout, outdoor performance taking place at Pearse Museum and St Enda’s Park, Rathfarnham in South County Dublin. Citizens, audiences, communities and schools enjoyed a magical walk-in-the-park performance, promenade style, as they were regaled with storytelling, poetry and music reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature. Landscapes of the Soul at Rathfarnham Castle was an exciting new multi-disciplinary exhibition by artists Mary Moynihan and Hina Khan featuring visual art, photography, poetry and film mapping physical landscapes of nature to landscapes of the soul reflecting on ways to hold on to the courage to be who we truly are and to let ourselves shine. The exhibition shines a light on the beauty and importance of nature linked to human happiness and sustainability. Collaboration was a key part as all components were delivered in partnership with Rathfarnham Castle, Saint Enda’s Park and the Office of Public Works as a flagship event for the annual international Arts and Human Rights festival by Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality and Front Line Defenders in partnership with Amnesty International, Fighting Words, and more.
This was an environmental arts-based programme using the arts and new digital technologies to reflect on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature.
The programme consisted of two main components – a live outdoor, walk-in-the park nature-based interactive performance titled The Art of Trees and a multi-disciplinary visual art, poetry and film exhibition titled Landscapes of the Soul. A third element which was the availability of information through online digital sources via the Smashing Times Creative Eco-Centre which is an online art gallery created by the company and accessible to all people across Europe.
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan at St Enda’s Park, Rathfarnham, Dublin was a guided, walkabout, outdoor performance taking place at Pearse Museum and St Enda’s Park, Rathfarnham in South County Dublin. Citizens, audiences, communities and schools enjoyed a magical walk-in-the-park performance, promenade style, as they were regaled with storytelling, poetry and music reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature. Landscapes of the Soul at Rathfarnham Castle was an exciting new multi-disciplinary exhibition by artists Mary Moynihan and Hina Khan featuring visual art, photography, poetry and film mapping physical landscapes of nature to landscapes of the soul reflecting on ways to hold on to the courage to be who we truly are and to let ourselves shine. The exhibition shines a light on the beauty and importance of nature linked to human happiness and sustainability. Collaboration was a key part as all components were delivered in partnership with Rathfarnham Castle, Saint Enda’s Park and the Office of Public Works as a flagship event for the annual international Arts and Human Rights festival by Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality and Front Line Defenders in partnership with Amnesty International, Fighting Words, and more.
Nature
Biodiversity
Sustainability
Harmony
Protection
The objectives were to use the arts and social action to reflect on trees, forests and oceans, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature; discover, through art and social action, the importance of trees and forests within the local environment and to learn about their importance to human survival alongside facts and information on biodiversity and the interconnectedness of humans and nature within a natural setting; discover ways to take action in relation to climate change and to promote and protect nature, biodiversity and sustainability. The project brought audiences through the historic St Enda’s park to engage directly with nature, biodiversity and sustainability with a focus on the native Irish trees located in the park. This park is unique as it features a large selection of native Irish trees including Oak and yew. Fulfilling a key objective, audiences discovered the trees of the park and learned about their importance to human survival and about biodiversity and the interconnectedness of humans and nature within a natural setting. The show and interactive talks were accompanied by a full scale multidisciplinary exhibition Landscapes of the Soul presented in Rathfarnham Castle highlighting the beauty of nature and its link to our emotional and spiritual well-being. Citizens engage directly with nature and biodiversity through the live outdoor performances and are inspired by the artworks of the exhibition in an indoor setting highlighting the importance of nature to our physical and emotional well-being. The exhibition is located with a stunning visual art gallery in the centre of Rathfarnham Castle which is itself located in a park. The artworks are displayed along side large windows that look out onto the park and many attendees described the natural links between the outdoor setting and indoor artworks which highlighted through visual imagery, literary words, poetry and film the internal connections of our inner heart and mind.
The objectives of the project are to provide access to a quality arts experience combing the aesthetics of art and nature in a combined experience. We used the arts and site-specific work in nature to raise awareness of what practical actions have to be taken by citizens to protect trees, nature and biodiversity and to support sustainability into the future. The design element of the project was to blend the natural environment of the historic and environmentally important Saint Enda’s Park in Rathfarnham, Dublin with a quality arts experience via a promenade style show. Audiences enjoyed The Art of Trees as an interactive, inclusive and informative event that raised awareness of nature, the importance of trees in relation to biodiversity and human survival. Alongside the live show an information pack was distributed and a multi-disciplinary exhibition Landscapes of the Soul highlighted the beauty and importance of nature linked to emotional and spiritual journeys.
The Landscapes of the Soul exhibition was presented in the historic building of Rathfarnham Castle which is situated in a park and surrounded by nature. The exhibition made links between internal human emotions and our need to connect with nature, linking the natural beauty of the surrounding park highlighted through the windows of the exhibition space with the beauty of the artworks inside. The artworks highlighted literary text and poetry on themes of nature and its link to finding a way through darkness and the importance of nature to our spiritual, emotional and physical lives. The project is exemplary as it provides open access to both a quality arts experience and a direct engagement with nature underpinned by a focus on raising practical awareness amongst citizens on the beauty and spiritual and emotional importance of nature as well as raising awareness of what actions citizens, both young people and adults, can take to protect nature and biodiversity and promote sustainability.
The Landscapes of the Soul exhibition was presented in the historic building of Rathfarnham Castle which is situated in a park and surrounded by nature. The exhibition made links between internal human emotions and our need to connect with nature, linking the natural beauty of the surrounding park highlighted through the windows of the exhibition space with the beauty of the artworks inside. The artworks highlighted literary text and poetry on themes of nature and its link to finding a way through darkness and the importance of nature to our spiritual, emotional and physical lives. The project is exemplary as it provides open access to both a quality arts experience and a direct engagement with nature underpinned by a focus on raising practical awareness amongst citizens on the beauty and spiritual and emotional importance of nature as well as raising awareness of what actions citizens, both young people and adults, can take to protect nature and biodiversity and promote sustainability.
Smashing Times has designed and successfully implemented a model of practice that (1) uses the arts and arts-based methodologies to promote equality, human rights, environmental awareness and action for climate change and (2) uses the arts to engage with hard to reach groups providing an accessible medium that connects with young people and adults on an emotional level. The work engages citizens directly as equal participants in both the art and the environment. The model of work uses arts based workshops, live performances and exhibitions presented in both traditional and non-traditional spaces including outdoor urban and rural areas, with the live performances and exhibition featuring post-show panel discussions with invited guest speakers and activists for social change, alongside an information campaign on ways to combat climate change and promote sustainability. A support structure put in place for all programme activities. Smashing Times have a model whereby the company raises funding from a range of sources in order to provide services free of charge or at low cost so we can engage with hard to reach groups. The company carries out extensive outreach and has developed a successful outreach and participatory engagement process to ensure we reach a diversity of participants. Inclusion is embedded in the company and in the programmes we run in terms of inclusion, accessibility and affordability. Overall this project engage with over 1,000 participants from diverse and hard to reach communities. The methodologies are accessible, fun, engaging and provided at no or low-cost to diverse, hard to reach groups, as a company policy. Outreach activities included building links with a range of diverse communities to attend programme activities and source key information.
Audiences engaged in a high quality artistic outdoor experience as they reflected on ways to re-wild the landscape and re-wild the human soul. The Art of Trees was an outdoor performance inviting us to walk in nature, to leave behind a world filled with straight lines, computer screens, concrete blocks and clock time, to explore why tree cover in Ireland has fallen so low and to reflect on the role trees play in our ecosystem. Audiences discovered what can be done to save our sacred trees and ancient woods and how to take action in the fight against climate change. The show was a theatrically staged fusion of theatre, poetry, story, dance and music and a dazzling storytelling performance suitable for all ages that was fun, magical and sparking.
As part of the project, Smashing Times and partners used creative processes and the performing arts and visual art practice to connect with citizens through a multi-disciplinary approach, raising awareness of the importance of nature in our world today with a focus on bio-diversity and our connections to trees, seas, skies, mountains and land.
Outreach community workshops on trees and environmental sustainability were conducted by artist Carmen Ortiz Victorino with local community participants in Dublin, Ireland plus an information pack was made available to schools, youth groups, and diverse community organisations. The methodologies are accessible, fun, engaging and provided at no or low-cost to diverse, hard to reach groups, as a company policy. Outreach activities included building links with a range of diverse communities to attend programme activities and source key information.
Smashing Times worked with key personnel from environmental organisations and with members of the Office of Public Works heritage and environmental staff who contributed ideas to the project and who were involved in the roll out of key actions. Schools included Loreto Primary, Belvedere College, Colaiste Eanna and Scoil Mhuire.
As part of the project, Smashing Times and partners used creative processes and the performing arts and visual art practice to connect with citizens through a multi-disciplinary approach, raising awareness of the importance of nature in our world today with a focus on bio-diversity and our connections to trees, seas, skies, mountains and land.
Outreach community workshops on trees and environmental sustainability were conducted by artist Carmen Ortiz Victorino with local community participants in Dublin, Ireland plus an information pack was made available to schools, youth groups, and diverse community organisations. The methodologies are accessible, fun, engaging and provided at no or low-cost to diverse, hard to reach groups, as a company policy. Outreach activities included building links with a range of diverse communities to attend programme activities and source key information.
Smashing Times worked with key personnel from environmental organisations and with members of the Office of Public Works heritage and environmental staff who contributed ideas to the project and who were involved in the roll out of key actions. Schools included Loreto Primary, Belvedere College, Colaiste Eanna and Scoil Mhuire.
The local partners were citizens and communities including Ballyroan Community and Youth Centre, Rathmines Men's Shed and Active Retirement Terenure. The regional and natural partners were the Office of Public Works, the management of Rathfarnham Castle and St Enda’s Park. The festival partners were Front Line Defenders, Amnesty International, Fighting Words, Irish Council for Civil Liberties, National Women’s Council of Ireland, Trócaire, and GOAL NextGen. Environmental groups that we connected with included Greenhouse Culture, Green Sod Ireland, Hedgerows Ireland and the biodiversity and gardening section of the OPW at St Enda’s park.
In terms of a European connection this project was created as part of a wider Trees project which is a transnational Europe wide project funded by Creative Europe. The European wide project is led by Dah Teatar, Belgrade, Serbia and the partners are Action Synergy SA, Greece; Theatro Aeroploio – Ena Theatro Giapaidia, Greece; Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Ireland; Grenland Friteater AS, Norway; Centro de Arte Producciones Teatrales SL, Spain; Protagon – Freunde Und Foerderer Freier Theateraktion, Germany and Stichting Zid, Netherlands. The European partners were instrumental in the design of the project through the provision of shared models of practise and expertise.
The local groups were involved through ongoing contact and connections and surveys that Smashing Times conduct with the groups we work with to identify need alongside ongoing research and consulation with key partners. As part of the European dimension, artists from Smashing Times attended a Euroeso Conference on the 22 April 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia and The Art of Trees conference and training programme in Belgrade Serbia from 23-28 April, 2024, to prepare artists for working on the project during 2024.
In terms of a European connection this project was created as part of a wider Trees project which is a transnational Europe wide project funded by Creative Europe. The European wide project is led by Dah Teatar, Belgrade, Serbia and the partners are Action Synergy SA, Greece; Theatro Aeroploio – Ena Theatro Giapaidia, Greece; Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Ireland; Grenland Friteater AS, Norway; Centro de Arte Producciones Teatrales SL, Spain; Protagon – Freunde Und Foerderer Freier Theateraktion, Germany and Stichting Zid, Netherlands. The European partners were instrumental in the design of the project through the provision of shared models of practise and expertise.
The local groups were involved through ongoing contact and connections and surveys that Smashing Times conduct with the groups we work with to identify need alongside ongoing research and consulation with key partners. As part of the European dimension, artists from Smashing Times attended a Euroeso Conference on the 22 April 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia and The Art of Trees conference and training programme in Belgrade Serbia from 23-28 April, 2024, to prepare artists for working on the project during 2024.
Artists played a key role in the project. According to artist Mary Moynihan ‘Landscapes of the Soul is inspired by seascapes and landscapes - seas, oceans, skies, rivers and trees – and is a journey of exploration into ways to express who we truly are. There is an intense engagement with natural landscapes and a gentle provocation to all of us to reimagine the landscapes of our natural environment, the vast lands and oceans we call our home, linked to the landscapes of our internal well-being. As an island nation we are being called upon to promote a protection of the environment, renewable energy, ethical food production and biodiversity with a focus on an equilibrium between ourselves and the natural world. Our personal well-being is linked to the well-being of our planet and to natural landscapes, on physical, spiritual, emotional and intuitive levels, with nature and creativity inspiring us to look after ourselves, each other, the planet we live on and to focus on more sustainable ways of living’.
The artworks of Mary Moynihan were inspired by a sense of love, justice and new possibilities, and a reflection on ways in which the body and soul are connected to natural landscapes and the invisible world around us. Hina Khan’s artworks were inspired by political dimensions and natural landscapes, questioning boundaries and reflecting on new forms and layers for a world of equality and possibility. By bringing the works of these two artists together, the exhibition reflected on both natural and abstract landscapes venturing into a sense of mystery and emotional depth. Hina Khan’s large-scale artworks create their own unique flow through the exhibition complimenting the beauty of the seascape and landscape photographic imagery and poetical words of Mary Moynihan.
The artworks of Mary Moynihan were inspired by a sense of love, justice and new possibilities, and a reflection on ways in which the body and soul are connected to natural landscapes and the invisible world around us. Hina Khan’s artworks were inspired by political dimensions and natural landscapes, questioning boundaries and reflecting on new forms and layers for a world of equality and possibility. By bringing the works of these two artists together, the exhibition reflected on both natural and abstract landscapes venturing into a sense of mystery and emotional depth. Hina Khan’s large-scale artworks create their own unique flow through the exhibition complimenting the beauty of the seascape and landscape photographic imagery and poetical words of Mary Moynihan.
This project is innovative as it uses the arts and new digital technologies to connect with diverse communities creating an integration between indoor and outdoor settings and a synergy between art, communities and nature. Both elements encapsulate and highlight the beauty and importance of nature and biodiversity as well as the damage inflicted by climate change, creating a positive, forceful and powerful call for action that engages directly with diverse citizens and communities. Audiences have a stronger awareness of the important of nature and sustainability as well as practical knowledge of how to take action for positive change linked to equality and rights.
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan was commissioned as a live show for his project. The Art of Trees creates an extraordinary atmosphere in nature’s setting as we reflect on the role of trees in our ecosystem, the importance of nature in our lives today and themes of biodiversity, climate preservation and climate change. The show was open to citizens, communities and artists, and to key stakeholders in the fields of theatre, arts, science, environment, education, business and human rights.
Landscapes of the Soul was created by two unique and innovative artists Mary Moynihan and Hina Khan, and was commissioned and produced by Smashing Times. Both artists have a long history of using the arts to promote equality and environmental awareness. Mary Moynihan is a Biodiversity Ambassador with the Biodiversity Ambassador Programme, an initiative developed by Greenhouse Culture in association with Green Sod Ireland. The Landscapes of the Soul exhibition harnessed the power of the arts to promote awareness, provoke dialogue, and inspire action. The exhibition promoted environmental stewardship in creative, inspiring, and ultimately positive ways and used the arts to offer solutions for creative conversations and for impactful focused actions, using artistic imagery to capture hearts and minds.
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan was commissioned as a live show for his project. The Art of Trees creates an extraordinary atmosphere in nature’s setting as we reflect on the role of trees in our ecosystem, the importance of nature in our lives today and themes of biodiversity, climate preservation and climate change. The show was open to citizens, communities and artists, and to key stakeholders in the fields of theatre, arts, science, environment, education, business and human rights.
Landscapes of the Soul was created by two unique and innovative artists Mary Moynihan and Hina Khan, and was commissioned and produced by Smashing Times. Both artists have a long history of using the arts to promote equality and environmental awareness. Mary Moynihan is a Biodiversity Ambassador with the Biodiversity Ambassador Programme, an initiative developed by Greenhouse Culture in association with Green Sod Ireland. The Landscapes of the Soul exhibition harnessed the power of the arts to promote awareness, provoke dialogue, and inspire action. The exhibition promoted environmental stewardship in creative, inspiring, and ultimately positive ways and used the arts to offer solutions for creative conversations and for impactful focused actions, using artistic imagery to capture hearts and minds.
The artists and workers on this project aimed to share their work through a related programme of cultural activities taking place around the context of the Dublin International Arts and Human Rights festival of which the live show The Art of Nature and the multidisciplinary exhibition Landscapes of the Soul were key events. The project took the form of talks, workshops, and events consisting of live indoor and outdoor performances, and a multidisciplinary visual art, poetry and film installation, all initiating a series of creative conversations and actions for change around a shared vision for equality, diversity, a protection of nature and biodiversity and a more sustainable future for all.
Methodologies including the use of the arts for issue-based work. This consisted of
• An arts-based workshop conducted with communities
• A live outdoor, walk-in-the park nature-based interactive performance titled The Art of Trees
• A multi-disciplinary visual art, poetry and film exhibition titled Landscapes of the Soul
• Talks and post-show discussions with participants
• Availability of information on nature, biodiversity and actions for climate change and sustainability through online digital sources via the Smashing Times Creative Eco-Centre which is an online art gallery created by the company and accessible to all people across Europe
• Distribution of an information leaflet on nature, biodiversity and actions for climate change and sustainability
The programme took place in two locations. The first location was the outdoor setting of the historic and beautiful St Enda’s Park in Rathfarnham, Dublin where we produced The Art of Trees as a live outdoor, walk-in-the park nature-based interactive performance. The second location was a stunning visual art gallery located in the historic building of Rathfarnham Castle situated within Rathfarnham Park, also in Rathfarnham, Dublin where we presented Landscapes of the Soul as a multidisciplinary exhibition.
Methodologies including the use of the arts for issue-based work. This consisted of
• An arts-based workshop conducted with communities
• A live outdoor, walk-in-the park nature-based interactive performance titled The Art of Trees
• A multi-disciplinary visual art, poetry and film exhibition titled Landscapes of the Soul
• Talks and post-show discussions with participants
• Availability of information on nature, biodiversity and actions for climate change and sustainability through online digital sources via the Smashing Times Creative Eco-Centre which is an online art gallery created by the company and accessible to all people across Europe
• Distribution of an information leaflet on nature, biodiversity and actions for climate change and sustainability
The programme took place in two locations. The first location was the outdoor setting of the historic and beautiful St Enda’s Park in Rathfarnham, Dublin where we produced The Art of Trees as a live outdoor, walk-in-the park nature-based interactive performance. The second location was a stunning visual art gallery located in the historic building of Rathfarnham Castle situated within Rathfarnham Park, also in Rathfarnham, Dublin where we presented Landscapes of the Soul as a multidisciplinary exhibition.
We have a proven track record in connecting with diverse and hard to reach communities. We have a successful model of practice and are highly skilled in using creative methodologies to engage with diverse and hard to reach communities. The methods we use are accessible, inclusive and empowering. We are inclusive and empathic. We recognise the interconnectedness between people and the nature and the need for holistic solutions. We foster a sense of stewardship, nurturing healthy ecosystems and communities alike.
The model of work used is made up of arts based workshops, live performances and exhibitions presented in both traditional and non-traditional spaces including outdoor urban and rural areas, with the live performances and exhibition featuring post-show panel discussions with invited guest speakers and activists for social change, alongside an information campaign on ways to combat climate change and promote nature, biodiversity and sustainability. A support structure put in place for all programme activities. The model can be rolled out across Ireland and Europe as it stands, by scaling up. The exhibition can be put online and the live show can be created as a film for wider distribution.
Smashing Time used a similar model of workshops, shows, post-show panel discussions and online information for a project called Acting for the Future which uses the arts to promote positive mental health and wellbeing. This started out as a pilot project in 2005 and is now run across Ireland reaching up to 10,000 young people and adults annually and has proven highly successful through evidence based evaluations from Trinity College Dublin.
The model of work used is made up of arts based workshops, live performances and exhibitions presented in both traditional and non-traditional spaces including outdoor urban and rural areas, with the live performances and exhibition featuring post-show panel discussions with invited guest speakers and activists for social change, alongside an information campaign on ways to combat climate change and promote nature, biodiversity and sustainability. A support structure put in place for all programme activities. The model can be rolled out across Ireland and Europe as it stands, by scaling up. The exhibition can be put online and the live show can be created as a film for wider distribution.
Smashing Time used a similar model of workshops, shows, post-show panel discussions and online information for a project called Acting for the Future which uses the arts to promote positive mental health and wellbeing. This started out as a pilot project in 2005 and is now run across Ireland reaching up to 10,000 young people and adults annually and has proven highly successful through evidence based evaluations from Trinity College Dublin.
The project fosters a sustainable and inclusive future at a local level linked to global levels in relation to protection of trees and forests, protection of the environment and biodiversity. The project identifies real actions for social and environmental change and supports and empowers diverse communities who tend to be left out of conversations by engaging then in full, accessible activities where knowledge for action is passed on. As one teacher of a school from a disadvantaged area said, the students learned more by attending the performance and discussion in the outdoor park setting then they did from a months of class-based learning.
This project focused on the problems of the destruction of trees and forests in Ireland and across the world, the growing dangers of biodiversity loss and what can be done to promote sustainability. The project looked at the beauty of nature and how it is linked to our emotional development and what
citizens can do at local and political levels to promote and achieve real sustainability as a way of life.
The work is ideal for engaging with and meeting the social needs of marginalised and vulnerable groups as it uses innovative approaches that are friendly, inclusive and engaging.
The performance focused on nature and trees in the immediate environment of the participants and the exhibition focused on the beauty of the natural landscapes in Ireland but linked these to the wider global community in relation to the impact of climate change and what needs to be done. The project promotes transformative action to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions and to use the arts to inspire climate action beyond the arts sector with the wider community through artistic expression and innovation. The arts are used to campaign for ways to create a low carbon, just and sustainable future for all.
This project focused on the problems of the destruction of trees and forests in Ireland and across the world, the growing dangers of biodiversity loss and what can be done to promote sustainability. The project looked at the beauty of nature and how it is linked to our emotional development and what
citizens can do at local and political levels to promote and achieve real sustainability as a way of life.
The work is ideal for engaging with and meeting the social needs of marginalised and vulnerable groups as it uses innovative approaches that are friendly, inclusive and engaging.
The performance focused on nature and trees in the immediate environment of the participants and the exhibition focused on the beauty of the natural landscapes in Ireland but linked these to the wider global community in relation to the impact of climate change and what needs to be done. The project promotes transformative action to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions and to use the arts to inspire climate action beyond the arts sector with the wider community through artistic expression and innovation. The arts are used to campaign for ways to create a low carbon, just and sustainable future for all.
An arts based workshop programme, talks and discussions, live outdoor walk in the park nature-based interactive performance titled The Art of Trees and a multidisciplinary visual art, poetry and film exhibition titled Landscapes of the Soul, all conducted with schools, communities and citizens to promote action for climate change and for the protection of nature, biodiversity and sustainability. Creative Eco-Centre and online gallery available from 1 October 2024 to present day and into the future. Distribution of an information leaflet on nature, biodiversity and actions for climate change and sustainability and distribution of information related to climate change and biodiversity through the Smashing Times newsletter and Arts and Human Rights Radio show. Real green solutions have to involve people and communities. This project created a strong alliance and brought together artists, activists, creatives, scientists, climate activists, schools, students, communities, citizens and partner orgnisations to build a movement of ‘Care’, to build the principle that we all have a responsibility to care for others and for the common good of society. Project harnessed the power of the arts to promote awareness, provoke dialogue, and inspire action and protected and promoted environmental stewardship and sustainability in creative, inspiring, and ultimately positive ways.
Project used the arts to offer solutions for creative conversations and for impact focused actions, using artistic imagery to capture hearts and minds and to communicate action for climate change and to showcase the beauty and interconnectedness of people and the environment. Environmental Programme successfully rolled out to using the arts to reflect on landscapes of trees, forests and oceans, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature. Access to a quality arts experience. Access to knowledge on actions for positive social change.
Direct Reach: 3,650
Indirect Reach: 35,000
Project used the arts to offer solutions for creative conversations and for impact focused actions, using artistic imagery to capture hearts and minds and to communicate action for climate change and to showcase the beauty and interconnectedness of people and the environment. Environmental Programme successfully rolled out to using the arts to reflect on landscapes of trees, forests and oceans, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature. Access to a quality arts experience. Access to knowledge on actions for positive social change.
Direct Reach: 3,650
Indirect Reach: 35,000
