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Polar Artists Group (P.A.G.) is a not-for-profit, International
society of polar artists dedicated to promoting awareness
of the polar regions. The P.A.G. links polar artists and
scientists by conservation and promoting awareness of the
polar regions, and effects of climate change on the environment
and people through art, education, and special projects.
This unique collaborative relationship between artist and
scientists increases the public's awareness and understanding
of polar science, creates a new medium for scientific outreach,
and engages artists in the early stages of research communications
and outreach. The Polar Artists Group links directly with
International
Polar Year research and helps meet IPY outreach and
public awareness goals. The P.A.G. was founded in 2006 by Linda
Mackey, Val Russell, and Kathy Haycock in partnership with
IPY. All three founders are Arctic Quest artists and recently
celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Northwest Passage
with a historic voyage to the High Arctic. The group Arctic
Quest has embarked on an extensive exhibition schedule.
The founders plan to take the experience gained from Arctic
Quest, and with the help of IPY include international artists
and promote the artists and scientists concerns for the
polar regions to a global audience. Artists with an interest
in the polar regions will be able to receive the latest
information on polar science, travel, exhibitions, and educational
opportunities. The website also serves as a great reference
for international media, galleries, and museums.
The P.A.G. includes many very accomplished
international artists who have either had a project endorsed
by IPY, or been elected as a member based on their artwork
and passion for the polar regions.
The P.A.G. is currently planning several
ambitious projects including an annual Passion for the Poles
Conference, heritage site restoration, book publications,
Teacher’s Corner, and travel opportunities. P.A.G.
will also be very involved in fund-raising and education
to donate to polar based charities with similar goals.
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