High Latitudes: Greenland 2010

This summer from July 20 – August 10, I am invited to join Danish scientist Dr. Erik Born and his colleagues on the East Coast of Greenland, within the Greenland National Park. Dr. Born will study walruses as we visit large haul-out sites, and will also be joined by an Arctic Tern specialist. These animals are part of the Arctic habitat which is vulnerable to climate change.

Dr. Born has offered to assist me with logistics, necessary permits, and the support of established field camps. As I travel and work with the scientists, I plan to paint and sketch with watercolors and mixed media, as well as to document my experiences through notes, photographs, and audio recordings.

Once home, I plan to compile my field work into an Expedition Journal and to develop a series of large watercolor paintings and educational materials to expand awareness of science and climate change in the Arctic.

Travel to and from Greenland is expensive. To fund this project, I am applying for grants, but also ask for your help! Raising $8,000 would grant me the opportunity to complete my field work and anything more would contribute to my studio materials and living expenses. Please learn more and consider donating at one of four sponsorship levels. In addition, every donation until I reach my first goal will be doubled by a matching sponsorship!