Author name: sandra

Hello Backers and supporters of my Arctic Circle 2019 Arts & Sciences Expedition Kickstarter Fundraiser at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sandrahawkins/arctic-circle-2019-arts-and-sciences-expedition-re?ref=creator_nav This is a rare international opportunity for a Canadian artist to engage with other professionals from across the globe and different disciplines on climate change issues, such as rising ocean levels and disappearance of coastal habitats. It’s already

Having raised funds and lobbied for social causes all my life, I hadn’t anticipated how hard it would be for me to ask for support from friends, family and community groups for my project. Its been made easier because I truly believe my art contributes to the larger global issue of climate change discussions, and

After the glow of acceptance After the glow of having been accepted out of hundreds of applicants for the amazing Arctic Circle Arts & Sciences Expedition Residency, I’m figuring out the logistics, and expenses, of getting 5000 kilometres from Ottawa Canada to Svalbard Norway. At this point in my process, I’m motivated with dreams of

Welcome! You will be following my preparations to participate as a Canadian multimedia visual artist in an international residency aboard a tall ship for 2 1/2 weeks in Svalbard Archipelago Norway, just 200 miles from the North Pole. I\’m excited and feeling good about my Kickstarter video and webpage where visitors can pledge $10 –