Pristine Landscapes? Northern Europe Between Preservation and Change

Snowy landscapes, deserted forests, and endless coastlines—this is how we often idealize Northern Europe, a place of longing. However, its harsh conditions and the impact of climate change present significant challenges. How untouched is this nature, really?

Nordischer Klang invites you to a panel discussion with academics and artists to explore our perceptions of Northern Europe as a pristine paradise, the transformations it faces due to climate change, and the debate between climate protection and environmental preservation.

The discussion will be held in English.

With: Guðný Guðmundsdóttir, Pedro Gunnlaugur Garcia, Paul Kirschstein and Kari Heimen. Moderated by Charlotte Steinert

Gudny Gudmundsdottir is a curator, violinist, and cultural producer based in Berlin. She is the founder and director of Gallery Gudmundsdottir, representing Nordic and international artists with a focus on research-driven practices and feminine aesthetics. She has curated and directed festivals, including Nordic Music Days and Cycle Music and Art Festival. Her work explores the intersection of contemporary music and visual art, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations. She holds a master’s degree in musicology from Humboldt University and studied violin performance in Iceland, Freiburg, and Berlin.

Paul Kirschstein has researched narratives of turning points and the entangled history of rivers and societies at the IRTG "Baltic Peripeties". He has studied Scandinavian History, Literatures and Cultures at the University of Greifswald.

Landschaftsaufnahme: © Wally Pruß | Guðný Guðmundsdóttir: privat | Pedro Gunnlaugur Garcia: © Alessia Milo | Kari Heimen: ©Elisabeth Jøraholmen
Paul Kirschstein: privat