Joana Alarcão
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Joana Alarcão

Art and Culture Writer, Podcast Host, Editor and Eco Artist.Portugal
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Joana Alarcão

Art and Culture Writer, Podcast Host, Editor and Eco Artist.Portugal
About me
Art and social justice focused Writer, Editor and Podcast Host with experience in crafting feature pieces on artists, artworks, and global cultural events. Proficient in conducting interviews, managing teams and producing content for print and digital media. Published in various platforms including magazines, blogs, and podcasts. Strong passion for art and social issues, demonstrated through pro-bono work for NGOs. Experienced in working remotely, with a strong drive to create impactful and innovative narratives.
Projects
  • In conversation: Ryota Matsumoto
    In conversation: Ryota MatsumotoRyota Matsumoto is a world-renowned artist, designer, and architect who is widely regarded as one of the forefathers of the postdigital art movement. Read More : https://www.insightsofayoungecologicalartist.com/artfeatures/in-conversation%3A-ryota-matsumoto
  • The Importance of Artistic Freedom: The Public Philosopher
    The Importance of Artistic Freedom: The Public PhilosopherWhen silence reaches its peak and oppression clinches its grasp, a wave of irrefutable destruction is left in its wake. The sound of speech is the last-ditch effort to draw attention to the attempted eradication of one's fundamental right: the freedom to create and spark dialogue.
  • The Emotional Memories of Home: Artist Mohamad Hafez and the Syrian Refugee Crisis
    The Emotional Memories of Home: Artist Mohamad Hafez and the Syrian Refugee CrisisNew commentary for Arts Help on the pressing refugee crisis in Syria. Read more : https://www.artshelp.net/mohamad-hafez/
  • 'Flower for Detained Children': The Refusal to Let Inequality Flourish
    'Flower for Detained Children': The Refusal to Let Inequality FlourishMy new article for Arts Help, an organization founded on the principle of art making the world a better place- Have a read at https://www.artshelp.net/flower-for-detained-children/
  • THE GRATITUDE WALL: WHERE COMMUNITY MEETS PERSONAL STORY
    THE GRATITUDE WALL: WHERE COMMUNITY MEETS PERSONAL STORYOne of my articles for the NGO Creative Conscience. Read on - https://www.creative-conscience.org.uk/the-gratitude-wall-where-community-meets-personal-story/
  • NAK_D – IMPERFECTLY IMPERFECT - WINNER’S STORY
    NAK_D – IMPERFECTLY IMPERFECT - WINNER’S STORYOne of My articles for the NGO Creative Conscience. Read the rest on - https://www.creative-conscience.org.uk/nak_d-imperfectly-imperfect/
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Projects credited in
  • Mothering the Earth: Is it okay to have kids in a climate crisis?
    Mothering the Earth: Is it okay to have kids in a climate crisis?Article for Insights of an Eco Artist exploring how women are tackling the prospect of having children in the fact of the climate crisis, featuring interviews with women of all ages and backgrounds. Read it here: https://insightsofayoungecologicalartist.com/mothering-the-earth-is-it-okay-to-have-kids-in-a-climate-crisis/
  • The Claudes SEN Law UK Petitions and Campaign
    The Claudes SEN Law UK Petitions and Campaign#TheClaudesSENLaw
  • Insights of an Eco Artist Vol.II Now Available
    Insights of an Eco Artist Vol.II Now AvailableInsights of an Eco Artist is an international art publication that features selected artists and writers from around the globe with a high focus on contemporary art and those tackling issues of social and ecological justice. Available in Print and digital version. https://www.insightsofayoungecologicalartist.com/shop Feature artists Alice Novello, Mathias Escotto, Nick Rasmussen, Kenneth Henckel, Ariel Zhang, Kate Bortsova, Petros Lales, Rodion Voskresenskii, Marlou Jaspers, Fortune Tellus
  • First Print  Issue of Insights of an Eco Artist is now available!
    First Print Issue of Insights of an Eco Artist is now available!Insights of an Eco Artist is an international art publication that features selected artists and writers from around the globe with a high focus on contemporary art and those tackling issues of social and ecological justice. Buy Here: https://www.insightsofayoungecologicalartist.com/shop-magazines Feature artists Yaroslav Leonets, Leila Bakouche, Katerina Pravda, Vincenzo Cohen, Susan Hensel, Kenneth Lambert, Antonis Tsrouchas, Ken Clarry, Weera It ITTITEERARAK. ​Edition: July/ August 2022- I
  • The case for Artistic Freedom
    The case for Artistic FreedomWelcome to the third episode of Insight of an Eco Artist. Today, I will talk about something I believe to be of extreme importance - artistic freedom that correlates with freedom of expression and speech. In light of current events, with individual rights being jeopardized worldwide, I want to stretch the importance of such rights on the quality of life of individuals and societies. Artistic freedom is the freedom to imagine, create and distribute various cultural expressions free of political
  • Art as a Symbolic Act- Conversation with the artist Samantha Passaniti
    Art as a Symbolic Act- Conversation with the artist Samantha PassanitiWelcome to the second episode of Insights of an Eco Artist, today I have with me the Italian artist Samantha Passaniti whose practice focuses on natural materials she gathers from the environment around her, this material becomes the center of investigation and observation. Samantha shares some insights into her practice, the art world, and the problems we face navigating current situations. Listen on :https://open.spotify.com/episode/2pgxfMpOT0KjHiacOLtLqP?si=2g9ckSIASYGZ6gb-IvguMA
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Work history
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    Researcher and Content Creator /RemoteInner compass
    Hong KongPart Time
    Deliver well-informed and researched Social Media posts, captions and blog posts surrounding a range of topics that are relevant to the Inner Compass Psychotherapy Practice. Research across reputable sources to create originally worded and clinically accurate content to use across social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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    Podcast Host and ManagerInsights of an Eco Artist
    Lisbon, PortugalPart Time
    Experienced podcast host and manager. Led the podcast production research process for upcoming guest speakers and interviews. Conducted interviews with prominent ecological and social artists, including Clara Bowe, Naima Morelli, Melanie Oliva, and others Developed content for each episode, including scripts, interview questions, and episode transcripts. Reviewed and edited podcast show notes and episode references.
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Skills
  • Sculpting
  • Drawing
  • Clay Sculpting
  • Creative Writing
  • Project Management
  • Art Curation
  • Art Writing
  • Editoral Design
Education
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    MAburren college of art
     - Ireland
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    Bachelor of Arts (BA) Faculty of Fine Arts | ULisboa - Universidade de Lisboa
     - Lisbon, Portugal