The impact of fine arts on environmental consciousness and eco-aesthetic pursuits
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The environmental crisis poses an escalating threat to human life, prompting extensive scientific, economic, and political debate. However, existing discourse often overlooks the cultural and aesthetic dimensions that shape human perceptions and behaviors toward nature. This gap limits the potential for deeper awareness and lasting transformation. This study addresses this gap by examining how aesthetic practices can contribute to environmental consciousness. The objective is to explore the role of the fine arts in fostering ecological awareness through the lens of the Eco Art approach, which emerged as a creative response to environmental degradation. Employing qualitative methods based on literature review and document analysis, the study synthesizes theoretical discussions on Eco Art and its dialogue with the environmental crisis. The findings indicate that aesthetic production, artistic systems, and interdisciplinary art movements cultivate sensitivity, reflection, and ethical responsibility toward nature. The study highlights the potential of artistic practices to stimulate cognitive and emotional engagement, complement scientific and policy oriented interventions, and support intellectual and cultural transformation. These insights underscore the significance of integrating aesthetic perspectives into broader environmental efforts.
Keywords: Aesthetic awareness; ecological crisis; Eco Art; environmental consciousness; fine arts.
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