Cultural Resiliency Amid Rising Waters with Artist Kim Anno

2025-02-19

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In this episode of "Art Heals All Wounds," I speak with multidisciplinary artist Kim Anno. Our conversation centers around Kim's commitment to addressing climate change through her art, particularly after seeing a photograph of the president of The Maldives signing a document underwater. This image served as Kim's climate alarm bell, prompting her to shift her art practice to focus on climate and environmental issues.Kim shares insights about her film projects, which explore rising waters and their impacts on communities worldwide. Currently,...

Kim shares insights about her film projects, which explore rising waters and their impacts on communities worldwide. Currently, she is working on a film about Indonesia's decision to relocate its capital from the rapidly sinking Jakarta on the island of Java to Nusantara on the island of Borneo. This massive undertaking raises questions about the effects on biodiversity, indigenous populations, and cultural heritage.

Throughout the conversation, Kim emphasizes the interconnectedness of global communities and the challenges posed by industrialization, consumerism, and climate change. She conveys how younger generations are hopeful and intent on fostering cultural resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

Key Topics:

· The impact of a powerful photograph on Kim Anno's art practice.

· The significance of Jakarta's relocation due to climate change.

· The cultural and environmental implications of moving a major city.

· The importance of documenting and showcasing cultural resilience.

· The role of younger generations in imagining a sustainable future.

· Discussion on the global interconnectedness concerning climate impact.

· The urgency of addressing water scarcity and climate change.

· Kim Anno's "Men and Women in Water Cities" film series.

· The global role in exacerbating climate issues for island nations like Indonesia.

· The move of Indonesia’s capital from Jakarta to Nusantara.

· The challenges of preserving cultural practices amidst environmental upheaval.