CLEAN Teleconference Call May 3, 2016
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An Artist Communicating About Climate Change
Abstract:
My imagery is landscape-driven and motivated by a deep concern for the dire threats of climate change. To that end I've made expeditions to the three largest ice fields in the world: Antarctica, Greenland and Patagonia to bear witness. I have also partnered with the scientific community benefiting from their shared experience and knowledge. My goal is to raise awareness through images to reach people on an emotional rather than intellectual level. In this presentation I will review my evolution from landscape artist to activist, acknowledging some individuals who had helped along my journey as well as my outreach activity.
Bio:
Diane Burko's art focuses on monumental geological phenomenon. Over ten years ago she shifted her practice to the intersection of Art and Science. Her current work reflects expeditions to the three largest ice fields in the world, all in an effort to bring attention to the urgent issues of Climate Change.
Her paintings and photographs have been featured in over 40 solo exhibitions as well as over 140 group shows throughout the country.
Her work is in numerous private and public collections including the Art Institute of Chicago; The Philadelphia Museum of Art; The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts; The PEW Foundation; The Delaware Art Museum; The Woodmere Art Museum; The Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum; Denver Museum of Art; The Tucson Museum of Art and Tang Museum. Her numerous awards include Independence Foundation's Fellowship in the Arts (2013), NEA Visual Arts Fellowships (1985, 1991); Individual Artists Grants from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (1981, 1989); a Lila Acheson Wallace Foundation Residence Fellowship (1989); a Rockefeller Foundation Residence Fellowship (1993); and the Bessie Berman Grant, awarded by the Leeway Foundation in Philadelphia (2000).
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