This intriguing new book is a bold attempt to strike a new direction for ecological art, writes Martin Spray - not to communicate environmental issues, but to create new connections with the world around us and imbue our lives with 'artfulness'.
… Art and Ecology Now Martin Spray | 16th September 2014 Reviews Art Books art-and-ecology-now.jpg This intriguing new book is a …
Martin Spray reviews a text on eco-art that whilst (surprisingly) not visually stunning he found presented a comprehensive guide to the issues and approaches of the genre, as well as providing clues on 'where to look to next' ...
… To Life! Martin Spray | 8th November 2013 Reviews Eco-art Land-art Environmental Art rabbit.jpg … renewal." Martin Spray reviews a text on eco-art that whilst (surprisingly) not …
What is art's role in raising awareness of climate change? In this extract from her passionate, poetic essay 'The Far-seers of Art', Jay Griffiths explains why culture without nature is as good as worthless
… Climate change needs persuasive art, not propaganda Jay Griffiths | 16th March … Climate Change Society Culture Change ArtEcoArt Jay Griffiths British Council Long … line; the more surely envoiced the artist becomes, the stronger the response to their …
This eco-orientated exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts features art by the likes of Tracy Emin and Anthony Gormley
… Earth: art of a changing world Chris Carroll | 17th December 2009 Reviews Reviews Events EcoArt Climate Change Tracy Emin Antony … Gormley webgsk-contemporary-earth,-.jpg This eco-orientated exhibition at the Royal Academy …
A new exhibition draws inspiration from the plight of the Amazon and uses artwork to suggest and inspire creative solutions to an impending environmental catastrophe
… Art for the Amazon: Natural History Museum uses art to tackle eco-crisis Sam Phillips | 12th October 2010 … autumn in response to the Amazon rainforest ecosystem. The pair’s pieces attempt to solve …
Organic, Fairtrade and ultra-effective, there’s plenty to love about Love+Art, says Ruth Styles
… Review: Love+Art Ruth Styles | 4th May 2011 Ethical Living … love about Love+Art, says Ruth Styles Just as eco-friendly fashion can be a bit hit and miss, eco-beauty is one of those things that sounds …
Paris is famous for its chic spin on glamour but also for its fur, its waste and its excess. But with green designers slowly making inroads, things could be about to change, says Lida Hujić
… Fashion London Fashion Week Society Stella Mccartney Livia Firth Eva Zingoni Andrea Crew … obvious opening line for a piece on Parisian eco chic or to be more precise, lack of, but … British Fashion Council has given a place to eco fashion on a par with other industry …
A new exhibition at the Barbican explores the symbiotic relationship between art, architecture and environmentalism.
… Radical Nature art exhibition Will Bugler | 19th June 2009 … degradation and climate change rise to become some of the most pressing issues facing … run alongside the exhibition, with talks from eco-artists Newton Harrison and Helen Mayer …
Upcycling is one of 2012’s hottest design trends but you don’t have to stop at furniture. If you’re looking for some decorative inspiration, get to grips with our guide to making your own eco-fabulous art
… How to...make recycled art Bethany Hubbard | 10th February 2012 … Home Recycling Upcycling Robert Bradford Art Decorating Diy Society Green Living … at furniture. If you’re looking for some decorative inspiration, get to grips with our …
America might be better known for Calvin Klein and co but as Ally Boyd discovered, eco-designer Annie Le is giving them a run for their dollars
… Introducing Annie Le: America's hottest new eco-designer Ally Boyd | 25th October 2011 … America USA Fashion Design Talent Designer Eco Green Society holding.jpg America might be … Le is giving them a run for their dollars Apart from Patagonia, how many American …
Can climate art help save the world? Rebecca Heald reports on a school art installation and its ambitious 'Cool it Schools' global online initiative
… Schools using art to learn about climate change Rebecca … foyer in South East London perhaps, but set secondary school students an art project on the … plays host to an enormous green model of an eco-town featuring green roofs and city …
Ditch the cheap paraffin candles and switch to something cleaner and greener: your body will thank you
… Five of the best…eco-friendly scented candles Ruth Styles | … body will thank you Candles have long been part of a greener lifestyle as a relatively eco-friendly alternative to leaving the …
The mystery of legless and multi-limbed frogs and toads has captivated artist and ecological researcher Brandon Ballengée for over a decade. Here's how he blends science with art
… Deformed toad artist hopes to win public sympathy for … Activism Natural World Society Deformed Toads EcoArt Environmental Artist Art And Science … frogs and toads has captivated artist and ecological researcher Brandon Ballengée for …
An international summit exploring real and imagined narratives of art, energy and consumption for a troubled planet, taking place at Schumacher College, Dartington, on 11th November 2016
… Feeding the Insatiable 7th October 2016 News Art Energy Community schumacher college.jpg An … (Robert Ferry and Elizabeth Monoian) with ecoartist / producer Chris Fremantle from eco/art/scot/land. Other sessions focus on …
Whether you’re looking for a trench, a cape or a cocoon, Vanessa Jones has the skinny on the best eco-friendly outerwear around this winter
… Five of the best…eco friendly winter coats Vanessa Jones | 27th … Vanessa Jones has the skinny on the best eco-friendly outerwear around this winter With … temperature dropping, now is the time to start hunting around for the perfect winter …
Popular ethical fashion brand Matt & Nat given watchdog warning after misleading customers about its green credentials.
… Eco-fashion brand 'exaggerated' credentials … | 24th September 2019 News Matt & Nat Eco Fashion Recycling Plastics Bags Shoes … Free.Recycled" suggesting that this bag in particular, and the brand in general, is …
Yes there have been scandals, and yes, there is more to do, but the fashion industry is working hard to become greener and more ethical. It’s time to start supporting these efforts, argues Green Living Editor Ruth Styles
… 2011 Comment Comment Fashion Ethical Eco Green London Fashion Week Society … but the fashion industry is working hard to become greener and more ethical. It’s time to start supporting these efforts, argues Green …
Get your planner out says HAZEL SILLVER. Here's 12 eco-minded and outdoorsy festivals to book and enjoy in 2017
… EARTH FESTIVALS 2017 Hazel Sillver | 2nd March 2017 Ethical Living Eco Festivals Green Living wilderness.jpg Get … planner out says HAZEL SILLVER. Here's 12 eco-minded and outdoorsy festivals to book and …
Need an eco break? Hazel Sillver recommends hopping on a ferry and making your way to the Isle of Wight....
… Living Green Living isleofwight.jpg Need an eco break? Hazel Sillver recommends hopping on a ferry and making your … for waste. * Tom's Eco Camping Lodges – part tent, part cabin, each of the five lovely …
One of this season’s biggest trends, colour blocking is the coolest way to brighten up your home. Here’s how to do it the eco-friendly way
… Shades of green: colour blocking the eco-friendly way Jeff Holman | 1st April 2011 … up your home. Here’s how to do it the eco-friendly way Colour blocking is great for … post-consumer recycled glass. Designer and artist Jerry Kott has made a set of …
Sometimes, choosing not to think like a scientist can be a good thing. Jon Hughes sits down with the Harrisons, environmental activists and conceptual artists
… CASE STUDY: changing our perspectives through art Jon Hughes | 1st January 2008 Activism … times: a retreat from an unsustainable global economic model; a retreat in the face of … is past. In this context, the rising ocean becomes a form determinant. ‘By that we mean …
Eco-friendly smalls anyone? Green Living editor Ruth Styles meets the duo turning burlesque glamour into planet-pleasing nipple pasties
… Pasties Holloway-smith Noir Burlesque Green Eco Fashion Fashion Underwear Lingerie holding.jpg Eco-friendly smalls anyone? Green Living … at a pile of jewel-bright, crystal adorned, heart-shaped pasties (‘pronounced paste-ees,’ …
The Watford Scrapstore is a treasure trove for children, teachers and eco-conscious artists on a budget. Here, scrap materials are transformed into community art
… Scrapstores: turning waste into arts and crafts Giovana Zilli | 9th February … a treasure trove for children, teachers and eco-conscious artists on a budget. Here, scrap … that escaped the landfills, soon to become art in their hands. Even better to know …
Muck in and tuck in with these green, weekend away ideas
… Five eco mini breaks for green-minded travellers … Holidays Mini Breaks Bctv Greener Festival Eco Spa Organic Places To Stay Soil … and you can spend the day learning about artisan cheese-making, use-every-cut butchery …