Selected for Climate Public Response 2024-25
Artist Solmaz Farhang chosen for Humber Street Gallery and University of Hull’s Climate Public Response project
“Humber Street Gallery and the University of Hull’s Energy and Environment Institute have announced that Solmaz Farhang has been chosen as the successful artist in their Climate Public Response 2024/25 open call.
The open call sought bold, visionary proposals for a new commission of visual art that delves into the challenges of living and working on the Yorkshire coastline at the interface between land and sea. Farhang’s selection sets the stage for an exploration of coastal erosion, climate change, and the intertwined themes of community strength, loss, and hope in the face of environmental uncertainty.”
Absoloutly Cultured announcement
“Solmaz Farhang has been announced as the winning artist in the Climate Public Response 2024/25 open call from Humber Street Gallery and the Energy and Environment Institute of University of Hull.
The open call sought bold, visionary proposals for a new commission of visual art that delves into the challenges of living and working on the Yorkshire coastline at the interface between land and sea.
Professor Briony McDonagh said: “We’re delighted to be working with Solmaz to explore challenges and opportunities encountered by coastal and estuarine communities at the forefront of the UK climate transition.”
