Representing PartArt4OW, Dr. Chiara Certomá of Sapienza Università di Roma recently took center stage at the BlueMissionAA Weekly Hour, participating in a compelling discussion titled "Tides of Creativity: Bringing the Power of Arts & Culture to Mission Ocean." The online event, held on April 16th, explored the burgeoning role of art and culture in driving the ambitious goals of the EU Mission Ocean.
Dr. Certomá joined forces with representatives from the visionary project TIDAL ArtS to redefine the traditional view of art as merely a tool for communication and dissemination. Instead, the session illuminated the powerful interdisciplinary potential that arises from the synergy between citizen science, research, and artistic expression in the realm of marine conservation.
The discussion highlighted how engaging with our aquatic ecosystems through creative lenses can unlock novel forms of inspiration and foster a deeper sense of connection and oneness with the natural world. Dr. Certomá eloquently articulated PartArt4OW's commitment to this paradigm shift, showcasing the project's innovative approaches to integrating participatory art into ocean and water-related research and engagement.
Attendees, including artists, scientists, conservationists, and ocean enthusiasts, were offered a unique perspective on how creative expression can be a potent catalyst for meaningful change in ocean stewardship. Dr. Certomá emphasized PartArt4OW's belief that art provides an open forum where science, nature, and society can reconnect, working on our senses, emotions, and values – a sentiment echoed in the work of TIDAL ArtS.
The session underscored the idea that by exploring our oceans in new and imaginative ways, we can generate fresh insights and cultivate a stronger sense of responsibility towards their preservation. Dr. Certomá shared examples of PartArt4OW's initiatives, demonstrating how participatory art projects can empower citizens to become active contributors to ocean knowledge and conservation efforts.
The BlueMissionAA Weekly Hour provided a valuable platform to amplify the message that art is not just a medium to convey scientific findings but an integral partner in the process of understanding, valuing, and protecting our oceans. Dr. Certomá's insightful contributions on behalf of PartArt4OW solidified the project's position as a key player in this evolving landscape of creative sustainability within the Mission Ocean framework.
For those who missed the live session, recordings and further information may be available on the BlueMissionAA website. PartArt4OW remains dedicated to fostering these vital art-science synergies and looks forward to continuing its journey in bringing the power of creativity to the forefront of ocean stewardship.