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:

Since our establishment in 2021, 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 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, creative director, curator, and researcher based in Portugal, passionately dedicated to merging art with social and environmental justice.

She earned her Master’s in Art and Ecology from the Burren College of Art in Ireland, along with a Bachelor’s in Sculpture from the Faculty of Fine Arts. Additionally, she has completed several independent courses in transdisciplinary curatorial studies and journalism for social change.

With a robust background in the arts and journalism, Joana has worked as an art writer for several magazines and NGOs before founding IOAEA, engaging with thousands of artists throughout her career.
This deep exploration of their creative journeys has enriched her insights into their processes and perspectives, informing her work as both a curator and an artist.

Currently, Joana serves as a Collaborating Researcher at CIEBA, an artistic research center affiliated with the Faculty of Fine Arts in Lisbon. Through her multifaceted practice, she actively advocates for the transformative power of art in addressing urgent cultural and ecological challenges.

Joana's work invites us to reconsider our relationship with the environment, culture, and community, fostering a dialogue that emphasizes sustainability and social equity.