Insights of an Eco Artist has evolved from its origins as an archival space into a dynamic communal hub that promotes collaboration and creativity. Led by Joana Alarcâo, our organization focuses on the transformative power of art in addressing social, political, and environmental issues.

Documenting Impact Through Art:

IOAEA focuses on the transformative power of art in addressing social, political, and environmental issues. Since our establishment, the organization, magazine, and podcast of the same name have aimed to create a space for creative and political discourse free from the constraints of governmental influence. Through our work, we explore the impact of art interventions on contemporary global atmospheres, highlighting artists, artistic projects, artist-led cooperatives, and activist groups committed to fostering dialogue around pressing global affairs.

Our platform is more than just a space for interviews, reviews, residencies, and exhibitions – it's a rallying point for artists who share our passion for social, political, and environmental activism. 

​Our Vision

At our core, we're driven by the belief that art has the power to drive positive change, and we're actively engaged in the fight to protect our planet and its people.

Our platform is more than just a space for interviews, reviews, residencies and virtual exhibitions – it's a rallying point for artists who share our passion for social, political, and environmental activism. Through our virtual talks and initiatives, we're igniting conversations that challenge norms and inspire action.

About the curator and founder 

Joana Alarcão is a transdisciplinary eco-artist, art journalist, creative director, curator, and researcher based in Portugal. She is passionately dedicated to merging art with social and environmental justice. Joana earned her Master's in Art and Ecology from the Burren College of Art in Ireland, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Sculpture from the Faculty of Fine Arts. Furthermore, she has completed several independent courses in transdisciplinary curatorial studies and journalism for social change.

With over 4 years of experience as an art writer and cultural journalist, Joana has contributed extensively to art magazines and NGOs, developing a distinctive voice in contemporary art criticism and eco-art discourse. Her writing practice has involved interviewing and profiling more than 400 artists throughout her career, building a comprehensive understanding of diverse creative processes and contemporary art movements. This extensive background in art journalism preceded and informed her founding of IOAEA (Insights of an Eco Artist) in 2021, where she continues to amplify artists' voices and perspectives.

Currently, also serving as a Collaborating Researcher at CIEBA, she integrates her writing expertise with curatorial and artistic practice, advocating for art's transformative power in addressing cultural and ecological challenges.