Lars Schmidt, poet and natural thinker, dance, performance and visual artist, experimental musician, improviser, permaculture designer, facilitator/meditation teacher (->www.passivactivism.net)
His work explores a wide range of cultural and spiritual matters, often opening inter- and transdisciplinary spaces, in order to support the emergence of a new narrative.
He also creates gardens.
Formative years in New York City, Berlin and Glasgow.
Background and studies in performing and fine arts, somatics, photography and film, anthropology and ecology, as well as Buddhist practice and philosophy (mainly Zen).
Later life and work on organic farms in France and Italy, and studies of applied ecological design (Diploma of Applied Permaculture Design).
Regular periods of retreated life in mountain regions of France and Norway.
Besides exploring the creative process in various artforms, he has curated and facilitated interdisciplinary projects and workshops linking the arts and improvisation with ecological and spiritual understanding.
He is a member of the International Ecoart Network.
CV on demand
Get in touch at: info (at) contemplative-arts.org