Workshop With A Ghost
An artisitic journey through the past and future of climate change
Art is a timeless bridge that connects us to our natural heritage. For accomplished painter Toby Wright, art is helping him make a remarkable discovery. Driven by a fervent passion for old masters and a deep love for nature, Toby sets out on an extraordinary quest to remote mountain destinations, recreating timeless masterpieces. Venturing into the rugged Alps, he seeks ideal conditions to recreate paintings of glaciers by luminaries like Sargent and Turner. Yet, an unexpected revelation unfolds – the once-pristine locations have undergone profound transformations, with glaciers vanishing.
In an exploration of the pre-photographic era, Toby delves into art's enduring power as a historical document, transcending time to offer a unique perspective on evolving landscapes. Convinced that the past unlocks insights into our changing planet, Toby struggles as he confronts the stark difference between the past and present. He grapples with the profound implications of climate change on the natural world he seeks to immortalize. Driven by an innate desire to document Earth's ever-evolving tapestry, Toby embarked on a captivating expedition to reconnect with the world through the timeless language of art.
2026 Festival Selection:
9/18: Climate Film Festival - New York
9/18: My Name is Climate Film Festival - Birmingham
9/24: Crested Butte - Colorado
10/17: Greenbay Film Festival - Wisconsin
11/?: Exploration Film Festival - Davos
12/5: International Festival of Outdoor Films - Prague
Link: 2027 Svalbard - Arctic Expedition Plan
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