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On September 20th, 2024, Climate Futures Studio premiered the gallery exhibit of the

Climate Storytelling 2075

Vol. 1 Anthology

in collaboration with Ofrenda.

Hosted at the Queens Council on the Arts in Long Island City with a Climate Week kickoff, the show focuses on the relationship between humans and our environment, drawing from reflections on the Amazon and youth’ perspectives on climate futures, aiming to spark dialogue and raise awareness about endangered species and our future on our planet.

Two people looking at framed artwork and text on a white wall in an art gallery or museum.
A person wearing a colorful, abstract-patterned coat standing in an art gallery, looking at artwork on the wall.
A woman giving a presentation or lecture to a group of children seated on the floor in an art gallery or museum. Hanging from a branch is a colorful, abstract coat, and a long sheet of paper with text is attached to the wall behind her.

Featuring local and international artists in collaboration with Ofrenda Fest and Climate Storytelling 2075, this exhibition brings together creators who deeply explore the connection between humanity, nature, and our changing climate. Visitors will be immersed in a diverse array of artistic expressions—from thought-provoking installations to captivating paintings and sculptures—all centered around environmental themes.

The opening on Friday 20 September featured special live performances from Climate Storytelling 2075 artist Raissa Xie and Indigenous DJ artist Eric Terena from the Terena Peoples, Pantanal, Brazil.

The show was viewable from September - December 2024.

A man in a dark sweater and light pants is speaking to an audience of young adults seated on the floor in an art gallery or classroom setting. The background features framed artworks and a tall stand with sunflowers and colorful ribbons.
Queens Council on the Arts logo with blue and black text
Colorful mosaic circle with the text 'Orenda Fest' inside, surrounded by water splashes.

We proudly partnered with Climate Cafe NYC to bring programming to the gallery space, welcoming community into conversation about climate anxiety and the role of art as a climate solution. Climate Storyteller Cairo Croon aka Justin Nunn performed songs from his album “Atmosphere.”

Group of people seated on the floor during a presentation or lecture in an art gallery or similar indoor space.
A young man with glasses and earrings is speaking into a microphone, wearing a black sweater, with a blurred colorful background.
People attending an art talk or presentation in a gallery, with two presenters speaking to an audience seated on the floor.
People attending an art event or performance in a gallery with vibrant neon lighting, with a performer speaking into a microphone in front of a illuminated circular art piece.
A white wall covered with colorful hand-drawn doodles, words, and phrases, including a drawing of a face with tears, a rabbit with a beard, and various motivational and inspirational messages.
A man with glasses and dreadlocks speaks into a microphone during a performance or speech, with a brightly lit circular art installation in the background.
  • A wall with five framed poems and a music stand with headphones, a speaker, and a remote control.
  • A man in a navy blue jacket gesturing with his hands while speaking to a woman with long hair in the foreground. Another person with black and white patterned clothing stands on the right. There is a colorful poster on the wall with handwritten notes and drawings.
  • An art gallery with white walls and wooden floors. Features a clothing display with a green camouflage coat hanging on a wooden branch and a mirror underneath. Wall text panels and a framed illustration are also visible.
  • Open book with artwork of trees, water, and nature surrounding the pages. The pages contain a story about a revolution and the earth.
  • Four framed artworks with text, and one smaller text panel on the wall, all displayed on a white wall in an art gallery.
  • An artistic textile collage artwork depicts a woman with long, patterned hair, standing in front of a natural landscape with clouds, a palm tree, and a winding path.
  • A wall display with multiple pages of printed text and some sketches, including a QR code on the smaller page to the left, and a larger transparent sheet with text on the right.
  • Woman reading informational placard in art gallery, viewing framed text panels on white wall.