Voices of Dissent: A Review Series

Insights of an Eco Artist (IOAEA) launches Voices of Dissent vol. III, a review series investigating artists whose practices stand at the intersection of ecological urgency, political intervention, and aesthetic innovation.

About the series

Voices of Dissent: Art and Politics, Vol. 3 is a review series by Insights of an Eco Artist (IOAEA) examining how contemporary artistic practices operate as forms of ecological, social, and political dissent. Moving beyond representation, the series offers conceptual, cultural, and visual interpretations of selected works, situating them within broader critical and theoretical frameworks. Each review engages artistic practice as a mode of intervention, one that challenges power structures, reshapes public discourse, and proposes alternative ways of seeing and acting. 

About IOAEA

IOAEA (Insights of an Eco Artist) is an art organization dedicated to showcasing the work of artists who are addressing pressing ecological and social challenges through their creative practices.

Founded in 2021 by Joana Alarcão, IOAEA has evolved from its origins as an archival space into a dynamic communal hub that promotes collaboration and creativity through editorial work, residencies, exhibitions, and live talks.

Based in Portugal, IOAEA operates as a transnational hub, alternating its exhibitions and events between Lisbon and London. This dual-city approach fosters cross-cultural dialogue and collaboration among artists, curators, researchers, and activists working at the intersection of art, ecology, and social justice.

Review Process:
Private  Interview:  Zoom session with Joana Alarcão (confidential, not published)
Critical Analysis: professionally written review analysing your work within contemporary art discourse
Publication: Review published on IOAEA platform and social media with artwork images and biographical context

Fee Structure:
Standard review fee: €200

What You Receive:

• Professional Critical Review (700-900 words) A thoughtful, written analysis of your work published permanently on the IOAEA digital platform;

• Comprehensive social media promotion with a dedicated carousel post featuring your work, quotes, and high-quality images across our Instagram 

• Video conversation for deeper work understanding

• Become part of our global community of over 400 featured artists and curators, with an international viewership spanning the UK, US, Portugal, Australia, Ireland, and France: opening doors to future exhibitions and collaborative opportunities

Professional Development Value

• Published critical writing you can use in grant applications, artist statements, and portfolio materials

• Increased online visibility and searchability for your work

• Third-party validation of your practice from an established arts organisation

• Archival documentation of your work at this stage of your career

For comprehensive details regarding our initiatives, examples of featured artists, and our publication style, we encourage you to visit our official website.

More 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 6 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.