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The idea is to encourage scientific inquiry and artistic expression which can be used to draw attention to the issues of climate change in an imaginative way. Undertaking a physical voyage through the Arctic is important as it is the place where climate change is being most affected. The final output created by the scientists and artists is a production of powerful visuals, which capture public attention through a blend of science and art.
Created by British artist David Buckland, the Cape Farewell voyage takes participating artists, educators and scientists in an area of the world which has been targeted as one of the most susceptible to the impacts of climate change. A 100-year old Dutch schooner, The Noorderlicht, sails through the waters of the Norwegian Arctic.
From September 7th to 20th 2008, this expedition was the first to originate in Canada and was supported by the British Council. It included 16 Canadian youth from high schools representing every province and territory in Canada as well as 12 international students from the United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil and India. Joining these young students were 18 adult mentors, scientists, educators and staff.
Each voyager represented not just herself or himself, but a school and a group of engaged supporters known as the Ground Crew. The voyager communicated with their school and Ground Crew throughout the voyage using blogs. When the voyage was completed, the voyager and their Ground Crew developed and implemented projects along the frontiers of art and science to raise awareness about climate change in their schools and communities. The voyagers were able to draw on the inspiration of the voyage to effectively communicate their message.
To learn more, visit Cape Farewell Canada
To download the documentary, click here.
To download the teaching resource videos and lesson plans, click here.
The September 2007 voyage brought together students from 3 Canadian schools, 2 German schools and 7 UK schools with artists and scientists. The students worked with their respective schools to develop projects that they could explore on the boat during the 1 week voyage around Svalbard.
For more information, visit Cape Farewell Canada
Scientists have told us that climate change is occurring through scientific reports and journal articles, however we need to find ways to engage the public. Cape Farewell aims to capture the public’s attention by communicating the importance of climate change through art and science.
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