Desire (Elixir Lab), 2018–19, by Janet Laurence, installation view Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, 2019. Photo: Jacquie Manning.
The subject of climate change is dominating headlines. But with COP26 ending in a watered down outcome, predictions show we might still see 2-3 degrees rises in emissions this century, which will mean a series of ecological calamities across the globe.
So, as the public push for urgent change continues, it’s worth noting how powerful artists’ work can be in calling for environmental action.
ArtsHub's Arts Feature Writer Jo Pickup is based in Perth. An arts writer and manager, she has worked as a journalist and broadcaster for media such as the ABC, RTRFM and The West Australian newspaper, contributing media content and commentary on art, culture and design. She has also worked for arts organisations such as Fremantle Arts Centre, STRUT dance, and the Aboriginal Arts Centre Hub of WA, as well as being a sessional arts lecturer at The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA).
