The NaturArchy project Synocene - Beyond the Anthropocene, originally developed by multidisciplinary artist Marina Wainer and musician Sam Nester in collaboration with AI researcher Isabelle Hupont Torres and policymakers from the European Commission's Directorate General for Environment, Lucía Iglesias Blanco and Marina Xenonphontos, intersects voices from humans, technology and the natural world. First showcased as an installation at the NaturArchy exhibition at iMAL (May - September 2024), it will create more chances for workshops and interactions through funding from the Horizon Europe project called VOICE, with Wainer leading the organisation of these.
By offering a different way of experiencing nature and modern technology, the Synocene process evokes thoughts or feelings in the participants. This is followed by a conversation between people, but also between humans and non-humans. The ultimate goal is for participants to reflect on the connection between humans, nature, and artificial intelligence.
From December 10th to 15th, young and old are invited to participate in a unique workshop, free of charge, in and around the Ulvenhoutse Forest (NL). The workshop consists of a short walk (maximum 30 minutes) through the Ulvenhoutse Forest with a reflective mask on, and an indoor chatbot conversation with elements from nature, such as trees and water. The activities are free and suitable for all ages. Register as an individual or group via: synocene@gmail.com - more details below
WHAT: Synocene Worshops
WHEN: Dec 10-15, 2024 10:00-12:30 & 14:00-16:30
WHERE: Ulvenhoutse Forest (NL) - in person only
Event Details:
- The workshop will take place twice a day, at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM, lasting approximately 2.5 hours in total.
- The starting point is the Bos en Beek group accommodation, Chaamseweg 29 in Ulvenhout. There is parking available, and the Geerbroekseweg bus stop is right in front (bus 132 runs in 20 minutes from Breda station).
- A maximum of ten people can participate in each session.
- Upon registration with synocene@gmail.com, please mention your preferred day and time, your name (or the contact person’s name for groups), email address, and phone number.
Sound Installation:
The workshops will result in sound recordings (with participants' consent), which will eventually come together in the 360° sound installation Synocene’ Participants will be able to hear their own recorded sounds later, mixed with natural and artificially generated sounds. This will all take place in a minimalist space, where the sound will be experienced in its most immersive form. The location of the installation in the Netherlands is not yet known. Keep an eye on local media for updates.
About VOICE:
Through artist-led interventions (ATSI’s), VOICE encourages citizens’ engagement to effectively address local and regional environmental challenges. Visit the project’s website or social media channels (LinkedIn, Instagram) for more information about the VOICE community. This project is funded by the European Union. However, the views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or HADEA. Neither the European Union nor the funding authority can be held responsible for this.
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