The name Anthropocene accepts that our species has become a predominant planetary force. We have forgotten that we are deep-rooted in a much older more powerful world, whose constancy we have taken for granted. Have we humans become the agents of a dire future that will be greater than ourselves?
The name Symbiocene emphasizes the interdependence and mutuality of living things.
If we show more respect to the natural world and the complex interconnections between all things with a greater empathy, our interactions might be tempered by a deeper understanding rather than viewing the world as exploitable object.
Our dated economic model of supply and demand treats the environment as an infinite resource and as a sink for emissions and waste rather than meeting the needs of all within the means of the planet.
The alchemy of photosynthesis converts the invisible into the visible, transforming the elements earth, air, fire, and water into solid plant tissue and the cellulose fibre for papermaking. My raw materials are my environment; plants are nurtured, weeds are transformed and sustainability is key.
Many of these works were made in response to a theme to choose a work for an exhibition in London to coincide with the official naming of the next geological time scale – The Anthropocene.
Our Earth has existed for 45 million centuries, but this century is special: it’s the first when one species – ours – has the planet’s future in its hands.
Professor Lord Rees OM FRS Hon FREng Hon FMedSci, Astronomer Royal.
Image above: Studio image, courtesy of the artist. We are pleased to share that Winsome Jobling has been selected for …
Image above: Winsome Jobling No planet B 2021 handmade papers, drypoint and stitching 40 x 30 cm We are delighted …
Image above: Rosalind Atkins Considering the tree 2020 engraving edition 8 80 x 60 cm Congratulations to Rosalind Atkins, Winsome Jobling …
Image above: Orest Keywan That Line 2023 steel 168 x 271 x 190cm Congratulations to Orest Keywan, Michael Snape and …
Image above: Andrew Antoniou Weird & Wonderful 2024 charcoal on paper 82 x 88 cm Congratulations to Andrew Antoniou who …
Image above: Christine Wrest-Smith Portrait of Susan Johnson oil on linen 122 x 92cm Congratulations to Christine Wrest-Smith who has been …
Image above: Deborah Williams The air smells different 2023 aquatint intalgio 53×39.5cm Congratulations to Deborah Williams, Martin King and Phillip …
Above image details: Jenny Rodgerson Mum’s orange cardigan 2024 oil on linen 60 x 40 cm Congratulations to Jenny Rodgerson and …
Image above: Sarah Tomasetti From Balpatta X 2024 145 x 150 cm pigment oil and marble dust on fresco Congratulations to Holly …
Image above (left to right): Graeme Drendel Portrait of Rick 2024 oil on canvas 41 x 31 cm | Michelle Hiscock …
Image above: Janet Luxton Giant Australian Cuttlefish 2021 oil on canvas 120x160cm Congratulations to Janet Luxton who has had two …
Above image: Wayne Eager, Allegory I 2023 oil on linen 95 x 133 cm Wayne Eager was interviewed by Janet …
Image above: Marina Strocchi The vineyards of Madden’s Lane 2023 acrylic on linen 122 x 152 cm Congratulations to Kate …