Link: https://ars.electronica.art/hope/en/spaceship-from-hope/
The Spaceship explores the future of human and non-human coexistence, emphasizing interspecies cooperation for planetary conservation and transformation. Featuring five different projects, it merges art and science to propose sustainable solutions. Housed in a dynamic, inflatable space, it embodies hope and innovation.
How can interspecies coexistence contribute to the future of both human and non-human life on Earth? This multidisciplinary exhibition illustrates how interspecies cooperation and innovative thinking can pave the way for a hopeful, sustainable future, aligning perfectly with the festival’s theme by presenting innovative projects that instill hope through practical, empathetic and sustainable solutions.
Visitors will encounter diverse projects by various artists. The Radiotrophic Sanctuary explores the cooperation between fungi and humans, using radiotrophic fungi to protect against radiation. The Marine Research Vessel showcases self-sufficient marine stations promoting coral growth and biodiversity through renewable energy. Symbiocene delves into interspecific cooperation, while Toasted Furniture transforms recycled plastic into durable furniture. Additionally, Share-ploring Spatial Audio offers a forum for exploring spatial audio technologies.
The exhibition challenges growth-centric narratives, advocating for degrowth and empathetic living. It addresses urgent ecological issues, emphasizing sustainable practices and non-exploitative economies and highlights innovative technologies and sustainable practices that propose alternative futures by merging art and science.
The exhibition is housed in a futuristic, inflatable space designed by architect Luka Murovec. This spaceship-like structure, adaptable and dynamic, offers a unique environment for displaying the project
Credits
Artists : Marko Vivoda, Saša Spačal, Luka Murovec, Nina Mršnik, Andrej Koruza, Gaja Meznaric Osole, Danica Sretenovic
Production: PINA, HEKA, Krater, Toasted Furniture