Where do art and policy intersect? Can creativity bridge the gap between emotion and action in shaping our collective future? Drishya Kala Klima is the initiative where the past, present, and future collide through artwork. It is a fusion of art and climate storytelling, transforming landscapes into layered narratives that evoke reflection and urgency. More than just photography, it is a call to engage, influence climate-induced policies, evoke a spectrum of emotions, drive behavioral change, and reimagine our role in shaping tomorrow.
Rooted in the artist Sanyam Bajaj’s journey from India to Germany, the name itself bridges cultures—"Drishya" (दृश्य) for vision, "Kala" (कला) for art, and "Klima" for climate from German, anchoring it in the discourse of climate action. “Sanyam’s work is rooted in the belief that art can empower social change. Reimagining the gallery space as a site for community engagement and collective empowerment, his photography exhibitions integrate public interaction through participatory dialogue with visitors, provocative questionnaires, and public policy research.”
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Bonn, 2024
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New York, 2016
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![The act of writing becomes a powerful metaphor for knowledge and responsibility. The hand scrawling across the page represents scientists, researchers, and thinkers who have laid out the facts, data, and urgent truths about our planet’s climate crisi]()
Madrid, 2017
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Delhi, 2023
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Berlin, 2023
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Berlin, 2022
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Delhi, 2021
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Kenya, 2023
Testimonials
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“Art truly has the power to create impactful dialogue and foster a deeper connection with our planet. Thank you, Sanyam, for bringing us all together for such a meaningful conversation.”
Nicole Loeser, Founder Institute for Art and Innovation
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“Art must come from within the artist, reflecting genuine conviction. Similarly, those in the climate field should find the artist within themselves to communicate effectively.
Johan van den Berg, GIZ
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“Using art as a medium to improve policies is not only a noble mission but also an exciting one. Sanyam's exhibition shows the incredible potential for connecting creativity with action.”
Gabriel Zech, Merantix Momentum
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“Sanyam's idea of combining policy and art is fascinating. This exhibition was one of the first I’ve seen on this topic, and it was truly thought-provoking.”
Adrian, FU Berlin
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“Very thought-provoking artwork. We loved how Sanyam combined topics we read and campaign about daily with pictures, landscapes, and collages that resonate emotionally. Impressive, powerful work. We look forward to following your journey as an artist further.”
Marie-Isabelle and Felice
