Working as an artist towards ecological restoration

How can I as an artist work with environmental themes? In this lecture for students of Nature Conservation, I give some context about art and also peatlands, before describing some ways I have engaged. As an artist I do not work in a linear way. I need to become aware of how I am influenced by the words and concepts around me as I develop a visual and symbolic language. Aesthetics are culturally shaped, but also individuals vary in how they interpret things. I suggest further reading and mention a few UK/NL based artists working in diverse ways with a commitment to both conservation, and what the humanities can offer.

Watch presentation here (contact Kate for Vimeo password)