Reflections....after the Gallery display
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"In the circle of life, every being is no more, or less, than any other. We are all sisters and brothers. Life is shared with the bird, bear, insects, plants, mountains, clouds, stars and sun", Stan Steiner, (ref 2.) An anthropologist observations - first People philosophy - Circle of life.
Final display images from - July /August 2023
The main body of works are part of an ongoing project that focuses on the detrimental impact of pesticides and herbicides. The knock on effects of industrial pollutants comes at a price, impacting biodiversity ecosystems including land /soil runoffs into rivers and airborne effects on flora and fauna. Concerns which Rachel Carson addressed in, Silent Spring. Presently in the UK alone, there is alarming concern amongst major conservation organizations, revealing in the last week - wildlife is now in a serious state of decline, endangered due to the effects of industrial pollutants. The percentage of wildflower meadows also drastically reduced majorly due to herbicides. On a positive note some farmers are moving toward more eco-friendly products - along with the ability to 'work with nature' as a crucial component for nature to thrive - the latter aspect proven to be successful both in the UK and other parts of the world. However, presently, the U.K is considered the least ecologically sustainable country in Europe due to toxin impacts on habitats....pollutants which damage vital biodiversity, humans depend on.
"Humankind we are but one thread ... all things hold together, all things connect". Chief Seattle.
Part of the display included public participation..... Knapweed plants to take away raising funds toward Conservation Organization, The World Land Trust, the display encouraged people to take an eco focused quote the response was positive.
A Further outcome of the project...The series of images will be on display at Suffolk Wildlife Centre - The Carlton Marsh Reserve, at the end of October.
This year as a group at the reserve also explored Rachel Carson's book Silent Spring. The display will create an ongoing opportunity for public interaction through various quotes, and recycled artworks.
I recently explored Psychologist Carl Jung's ideas on nature / earth - however out of my depth, I know there is a need to further develop my understanding of these ideas and perspectives - hence this appropriate re-edited version.
Recently re-reading "Earth Has A Soul", editor, Meredith Sabini, Ph.D, created a succinct compilation of writings by Carl Jung ....many inspirational and thought provoking excerpts, stories, ideas and thoughts that explore the effects of disconnection from the natural world... Interesting insights on Carl Jung's understandings on our human nature and relationship to the rest of nature.... (see ref below 1)
David Korten in his book, " Change The Story Change The Future", shares interesting facets - By focusing on how we can utilize technology, the sciences and indigenous values - to create sustainable eco-systems.
David Suzuki wrote an enlightening book - The Sacred Balance, an in depth exploration of the natural elements; water, air, earth, fire. ref 3
Works in Gallery Space
Recommended reading, Ecology- Books
Ref 1 'Earth Has A Soul', C.G.Jung. pg 4 edited by Meredith. A.Sabini , Ph.D. Publisher, North Atlantic Books California. 2002,2005,2008.
Ref 2 Anthropologist, Stan Steiner, Circle of life quote, pg 158, 'Deep Ecology for the 21st Century'. Editor George Sessions. publisher, Shambala , Boston &London 1995
Ref B 'Change The Story Change The Future'. David Korten . Publisher, Berret & Koethler, 2015.
Ref 3, David T Suzuki - 'The Sacred Balance'. University David T Suzuki ( University of British Columbia
