In response to global challenges such as climate change, environmental degradation, and the exploitation of natural resources, this international conference serves as a timely and relevant platform. It recognizes the critical role of the arts not only as a medium of individual expression but also as an effective form of communication for raising awareness and fostering collective action toward sustainability.
Through collaboration across performing arts, design, photography, and visual art, the conference aims to establish a space for interdisciplinary dialogue and creative cooperation. Its primary objective is to facilitate reflective and analytical discourse on ecological issues within the arts, to promote cross-sector collaboration, and to support the dissemination of scholarly work through academic presentations and the publication of international proceedings.
The central theme of this conference, “Ecology and the Arts: Sustainable Practices and Study in Performance, Design, and Visual Art,” emphasizes the interrelationship between environmental sustainability and artistic expression. The conference addresses four core issues: the protection of ecological systems and cultural heritage; the development of heritage through artistic innovation; the utilization of cultural assets within the creative economy; and the role of education in sustaining cultural and ecological continuity.
Through this framework, the conference seeks to explore how various artistic disciplines—from traditional performance and digital design to ecological photography and experimental film—can contribute to ecological resilience and cultural sustainability. These thematic areas are designed to stimulate strategic dialogue on integrating creativity with sustainable practices at both local and global levels.
This conference carries significant academic and cultural value by bridging theoretical inquiry with creative practice in addressing environmental and cultural issues. Academically, it serves as a platform for presenting research findings, sharing methodologies, and publishing scholarly work aligned with global sustainability discourses. Culturally, the conference supports the preservation and transformation of heritage practices, acknowledging the arts as an essential medium for sustaining local wisdom, community identity, and environmental awareness.
By engaging artists, researchers, educators, and cultural practitioners, this conference fosters interdisciplinary collaborations with the potential for long-term impact in academic, artistic, and societal spheres.
This theme emphasizes the role of the arts in safeguarding cultural heritage, both tangible and intangible. In the visual arts, efforts focus on conserving artworks in cultural heritage sites, including explorations of restoration techniques using environmentally friendly materials. Design practices incorporate digital technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) to document and revitalize heritage narratives. Photography plays a crucial role in archiving and preserving both cultural and ecological heritage, through documentary and artistic approaches. In the realm of film, documentary production is highlighted as a tool for education and advocacy, raising public awareness about cultural and environmental preservation. Meanwhile, performing arts such as theater and dance are explored as site-specific, environmentally engaged practices that synergize cultural continuity with ecological awareness.
This theme explores how artistic and design innovation can serve as a vehicle for revitalizing cultural heritage in contemporary contexts. In visual arts, the revitalization of historical public spaces through murals, interactive installations, and sustainability-oriented artistic approaches is emphasized. Design contributes through inclusive and community-based strategies to develop heritage areas grounded in ecological principles. Photography, particularly in conceptual and experimental forms, constructs new visual narratives that reinterpret cultural identity in the modern era. Experimental film and digital cinema are explored as tools for reconstructing sustainable heritage narratives. Additionally, the integration of performing arts into historical sites is seen as a dynamic and ongoing mode of cultural interaction that connects past traditions with present audiences.
This theme focuses on how cultural heritage can be ethically and creatively utilized within the framework of the creative economy, with an emphasis on sustainability. Visual arts contribute by developing heritage-based products that support local creative industries while maintaining artistic integrity and environmental consciousness. Design and branding rooted in cultural identity enhance local economic resilience and contribute to the growth of sustainable creative communities. Photography serves as a powerful promotional medium to elevate the visibility of sustainable cultural tourism. Film production that centers on heritage sites provides both educational and economic value by supporting sustainable tourism and expanding the cultural industry. In the realm of performing arts, cultural festivals become strategic platforms for tourism, reinforcing community identity and attracting both local and international audiences.
This final theme addresses the crucial role of education in cultivating sustainable cultural awareness through artistic disciplines. In visual arts education, heritage values are integrated into curricula to foster a sense of conservation and identity among students. Design education evolves through the development of digital-based methods that communicate cultural history and sustainability. Photography is explored as an educational and advocacy tool, particularly in building environmental and cultural awareness among younger generations. Audiovisual strategies in film are utilized to enhance cultural and environmental education, promoting deeper public understanding. Finally, performing arts engage community participation in educational programs and mentorship, supporting the creation of performances that reinforce cultural heritage and ecological consciousness.