Lars Schmidt, natural thinker, activist, sonic explorer, dance, performance and visual artist, permaculture designer, facilitator and teacher
Lars has worked internationally as actor for film and TV, as acting coach and director, before following a call to gain knowledge and skills about basic needs of food and shelter.
He has spent several years living and working on organic farms and with shepherds in France, Italy and Norway, and with studies of applied ecological design (Diploma of Applied Permaculture Design).
In dance and bodywork his path had led from classical and modern dance training to post modern dance forms like Contact Improvisation and Butoh, as well as to the inquiry of a variety of somatic practices and Tango – using cultural centers like New York, Berlin and Buenos Aires as source of inspiration and input.
Alternating with periods of retreated life in rural environments, has created and curated interdisciplinary projects like 'Art, Ecology & Education' in Berlin, and facilitated workshops linking the performing arts, somatic and nature awareness with contemplative understanding.
Being an advocate and activist for nature protection and regeneration, he has created wildlife gardens and conducted research in animal behavior and communication, as well as in different fields of traditional craftsmanship and land use.
Dedicated to a deepening engagement in the practice and art of improvisation and listening, and formulating its translation as life practice, he explores the qualities and potential of sound and movement, and curates happenings that weave together experimental arts, performance, and improvisation.
He also works within the realm of painting, photography and sculpture and holds a Masters in Fine Arts and Performance from Glasgow School of Art.
Lars is a member of the International Ecoart Network and has given lectures in the university context on the role of art in times of crisis.
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photo: Delia Spatareanu