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How Climate Changes Art

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Climate change shapes art as artists capture its impacts. Their creations bring to life the environmental changes, stirring emotions and awareness. This artistic expression fosters a deeper connection to our planet and motivates action. Created by Smarthistory.

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r.kestener
Posted 3 years ago. Direct link to r.kestener's post “What are some examples of...”
What are some examples of climate affecting the choice of materials to make art?
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- David Alexander
  Posted 3 years ago. Direct link to David Alexander's post “Here are a few. Artist...”
  Here are a few.
  Artists in the Amazon do very few outdoor ice sculptures.
  Sculptors in timber rich areas do less marble carving than sculptors near marble quarries. Ice dancers don't put on performances in the South Pacific.
  
  I think you get the idea.
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