Waves of Change Festival 2022

Peering into Our Future is a project collaboration between Southeast Asian communications agency, Mutant Communications, as well as Singapore-based ocean conservation not-for-profit organisations, Coastal Natives and Our Singapore Reefs. This project aims to create greater public awareness and educate Singaporeans about the plight of our shores. Five award-winning writers - Joshua Ip, Amanda Lee Koe, Pooja Nansi, Xiaoyun Neo and Suffian Hakim - tell haunting and mysterious stories that envision Singapore’s dystopian future if action is not taken to care for our waters.

Produced by Mutant Communications

Singapore is home to a large variety of animal and plant species, which can be found in their natural habitats. Be it dry land, tropical rainforests, mangroves or coral ecosystems, there is a rich biodiversity to be found in our Nature. With this collection, we want to showcase some of the unknown underwater wonders in local waters. Unlike the rest of Southeast Asia, diving conditions in Singapore are challenging. On an average day, we get only a visibility of 2-3 metres, or less, depending on the season and time of day. But these waters are a great place to photograph underwater macro life. Let's show you a different Singapore from below.

Featuring photography by Shinto K Anto, Kevin Li, Nicholas Chew and Katherine Lu

Produced by Coastal Natives

Artworks presented at the exhibition draw inspiration from scientific research. The installation consists of embroidered stingray models. With their slight transparency and lighting, they remind the artist of a 'fever' of stingrays, the phenomenon when a group of stingrays swim together side by side. Slightly different shapes of stingrays in installation refer to various species found in Southeast Asia and imported to Singapore as food.

Through the art installation, Sofiya hopes to inspire further thinking and learning about stingrays.

Produced by Sofiya Shukhova

Originally created for individuals with vision loss in mind, this immersive audio series transports listeners below the waves and delves into a hidden world. Visit one of the top wreck diving sites in Southeast Asia, visit a Manta Ray cleaning station in Komodo National Park or take a deep dive into local waters - whether you’re afraid of the big blue or an expert diver, this series is available for all to enjoy and serves as a reminder of the amazing wonders below the waves!

Produced by Artwave Studio

Voiced by Sabrina Sng and Kathlyn Tan

0 to 101.8mm is an artistic representation of how the sea levels have risen insidiously from 1993 to 2022, as recorded by NASA. The numbers are still rising, as reflected real-time, on its website. Using the process of data sonification, the collection of data in sea level rises are presented sonically and aesthetically in moving images and composition. In experiencing data as sound, viewers immerse themselves in the presentation of these numbers and receive the impact of these numbers physiologically and psychologically. If we are not spurred into action by the onslaught of climate change figures that are presented to us visually in the news, we hope the visceral sonic experience of scientific data will. 

Produced by Yingyi Feng

Waves of Change Festival 2022 showcases 12 feature-length films focused on the amazing creatures living in the ocean. This season, the selection of films also tell the stories of the people behind the scenes driving important environmental work forward.

Apart from the feature-length films, there will also be a selection of short films, Blind Diving Audio Adventure episodes as well as audio artwork - 0 to 100.8mm, being displayed daily within the screening room.

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The 'Discover the Ocean' Series by Coastal Natives aims to showcase the marine environment, as well as the amazing creatures that live within. In this session, we’ll be dishing out fun facts on sharks - some of which can even be found in our own waters!

Hosted by Coastal Natives

Join us as we explore nature habitats, biodiversity, climate change and conservation through virtual tours for the whole family to enjoy! Young Nautilus will engage participants’ sight, hearing and smell in a multi-sensory experience as they discover Singapore’s:

- Sungei Buloh Mangroves (Register)
- Changi Marine Coastal Intertidal (Register)

Hosted by Young Nautilus

What is Stanley the plastic bag doing in the ocean? What animal friends did Little Turtle meet? Come join Sensmakrs Lab for an afternoon of imagination, stories of the sea and all the living (and non-living) creatures that inhabit it!

Hosted by Sensmakr Lab

Meet the wildlife artist and conservationist who uses her craft to help stingrays and other creatures. In this session, Sofiya Shukhova will talk about how she uses science, research data and conservation knowledge to inspire and inform her art. She will show some of her works where art and conservation come together. The talk will be followed by Q&A where the audience can truly meet the artist by asking questions about her practice and discussing their own ideas and visions.

About the artist

Sofiya Shukhova is a Singapore-based wildlife artist and conservationist. In her art, she explores lesser-known conservation topics. She holds an MSc in Conservation and International Wildlife Trade and has previously worked with various conservation groups in Singapore and the region. Both education and work experience in conservation make her art more informed and impactful.

Hosted by Coastal Natives

Peering into Our Future is a project collaboration between Southeast Asian communications agency, Mutant Communications, as well as Singapore-based ocean conservation not-for-profit organisations, Coastal Natives and Our Singapore Reefs. This project aims to create greater public awareness and educate Singaporeans about the plight of our shores. Five award-winning writers - Joshua Ip, Amanda Lee Koe, Pooja Nansi, Xiaoyun Neo and Suffian Hakim - tell haunting and mysterious stories that envision Singapore’s dystopian future if action is not taken to care for our waters.

Produced by Mutant Communications

Singapore is home to a large variety of animal and plant species, which can be found in their natural habitats. Be it dry land, tropical rainforests, mangroves or coral ecosystems, there is a rich biodiversity to be found in our Nature. With this collection, we want to showcase some of the unknown underwater wonders in local waters. Unlike the rest of Southeast Asia, diving conditions in Singapore are challenging. On an average day, we get only a visibility of 2-3 metres, or less, depending on the season and time of day. But these waters are a great place to photograph underwater macro life. Let's show you a different Singapore from below.

Featuring photography by Shinto K Anto, Kevin Li, Nicholas Chew and Katherine Lu

Produced by Coastal Natives

Artworks presented at the exhibition draw inspiration from scientific research. The installation consists of embroidered stingray models. With their slight transparency and lighting, they remind the artist of a 'fever' of stingrays, the phenomenon when a group of stingrays swim together side by side. Slightly different shapes of stingrays in installation refer to various species found in Southeast Asia and imported to Singapore as food.

Through the art installation, Sofiya hopes to inspire further thinking and learning about stingrays.

Produced by Sofiya Shukhova

Originally created for individuals with vision loss in mind, this immersive audio series transports listeners below the waves and delves into a hidden world. Visit one of the top wreck diving sites in Southeast Asia, visit a Manta Ray cleaning station in Komodo National Park or take a deep dive into local waters - whether you’re afraid of the big blue or an expert diver, this series is available for all to enjoy and serves as a reminder of the amazing wonders below the waves!

Produced by Artwave Studio

Voiced by Sabrina Sng and Kathlyn Tan

0 to 101.8mm is an artistic representation of how the sea levels have risen insidiously from 1993 to 2022, as recorded by NASA. The numbers are still rising, as reflected real-time, on its website. Using the process of data sonification, the collection of data in sea level rises are presented sonically and aesthetically in moving images and composition. In experiencing data as sound, viewers immerse themselves in the presentation of these numbers and receive the impact of these numbers physiologically and psychologically. If we are not spurred into action by the onslaught of climate change figures that are presented to us visually in the news, we hope the visceral sonic experience of scientific data will.

Produced by Yingyi Feng

Waves of Change Festival 2022 showcases 12 feature-length films focused on the amazing creatures living in the ocean. This season, the selection of films also tell the stories of the people behind the scenes driving important environmental work forward.

Apart from the feature-length films, there will also be a selection of short films, Blind Diving Audio Adventure episodes as well as audio artwork - 0 to 100.8mm, being displayed daily within the screening room.

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Join Biogirl MJ on an adventure as we learn more about the amazing wildlife we have on our very own shores! Discover our marine biodiversity through interactive games (where you can win prizes), be immersed in engaging stories of the sea, and learn how you can play a part in conserving and protecting our environment.

Hosted by BioGirlMJ

A third of shark and ray species have been overfished to near extinction in the past 50 years, according to a 2021 study. Yet sharks are also valuable to humans for non-consumptive reasons – like ecotourism, smart design, and the management of the ocean’s carbon cycle. Dive deep into the world of sharks and rays in this panel discussion featuring women in Singapore who work to protect these marine wildlife. We’ll have the chance to hear from practitioners with experience across diverse fields such as the illegal wildlife trade, scientific research, as well as ecotourism.

About the Speakers

Dhanushri Munasinghe is the Senior Project Coordinator for Illegal Wildlife Trade at Conservation International Asia-Pacific, coordinating work relating to illegal wildlife trade in Singapore. She has worked with government, private sector, NGOs, and civil society organisations to support the development of Asia's first Artificial Intelligence-based mobile app, "Fin Finder", which can identify shark and ray fin products to combat the illegal wildlife trade. Her career and research experience include wildlife trade, endangered species recovery, and human-wildlife conflict management.

Kathy Xu is the founder of The Dorsal Effect, an eco-enterprise that provides alternative livelihood through tourism, for shark fishermen in Lombok, Indonesia. She facilitates trips to Lombok for students, to encourage deep thinking and appreciation of the complexity behind shark fishing issues. As an adjunct lecturer in critical thinking at various Institutions of Higher Learning in Singapore and a recent graduate of a Master's in Science Communication, she has broadened her perspectives on various social and environmental justice issues.

Naomi Clark-Shen is doing her PhD at James Cook University Singapore on the lesser-known sharks and stingrays caught by fisheries in Southeast Asia, and is also a shark and ray consultant for WWF-Singapore. Since 2017, she has worked with Kathy Xu of The Dorsal Effect to survey Singapore's fishery ports and collect data on the sharks and rays imported to, and consumed within, Singapore. In addition to shark and ray conservation, Naomi is passionate about fish welfare and compassionate living.

Hosted by Conservation International

Through hands-on activities and creating their own ocean-related crafts, young ones will discover the ocean and marine life, while having fun! The programme will also include age-appropriate ocean videos that highlight the beauty of our ocean and some of the key challenges facing its inhabitants. Participants will walk away with their handmade creation and an enhanced appreciation for the ocean and its residents.

Hosted by Coastal Natives

Antarctica & the Environment – A Journey of Sustainability & Self-Discovery: A sharing by Foo Tun Shien, a participant of the 2041 ClimateForce Antarctic Expedition in March 2022. The expedition focuses on sustainability and climate change leadership, to develop future leaders for sustainability and Antarctic conservation. Through the expedition, Tun Shien experienced the Antarctic firsthand, where he witnessed both the beauty and the impacts humans have had on the continent.

Coming back, he hopes to continue sharing his experiences and inspire others to take positive action against climate change. Tun Shien will be sharing his reflections on sustainability and moments of personal discovery together with some wonderful moments with penguins and whales in his sharing.

Hosted by Conservation International

The Singapore From Below Showcase features 10 photographs taken from our local waters. Presented by the community of underwater photographers in Coastal Natives. Let's show you a different Singapore from below.

In this dialogue session, we have a chat with the photographers who took these amazing shots, and learn about what inspires them, as well as tips and tricks to the craft.

Hosted by Coastal Natives

Peering into Our Future is a project collaboration between Southeast Asian communications agency, Mutant Communications, as well as Singapore-based ocean conservation not-for-profit organisations, Coastal Natives and Our Singapore Reefs. This project aims to create greater public awareness and educate Singaporeans about the plight of our shores. Five award-winning writers - Joshua Ip, Amanda Lee Koe, Pooja Nansi, Xiaoyun Neo and Suffian Hakim - tell haunting and mysterious stories that envision Singapore’s dystopian future if action is not taken to care for our waters.

Produced by Mutant Communications

Singapore is home to a large variety of animal and plant species, which can be found in their natural habitats. Be it dry land, tropical rainforests, mangroves or coral ecosystems, there is a rich biodiversity to be found in our Nature. With this collection, we want to showcase some of the unknown underwater wonders in local waters. Unlike the rest of Southeast Asia, diving conditions in Singapore are challenging. On an average day, we get only a visibility of 2-3 metres, or less, depending on the season and time of day. But these waters are a great place to photograph underwater macro life. Let's show you a different Singapore from below.

Featuring photography by Shinto K Anto, Kevin Li, Nicholas Chew and Katherine Lu

Produced by Coastal Natives

Artworks presented at the exhibition draw inspiration from scientific research. The installation consists of embroidered stingray models. With their slight transparency and lighting, they remind the artist of a 'fever' of stingrays, the phenomenon when a group of stingrays swim together side by side. Slightly different shapes of stingrays in installation refer to various species found in Southeast Asia and imported to Singapore as food.

Through the art installation, Sofiya hopes to inspire further thinking and learning about stingrays.

Produced by Sofiya Shukhova

Originally created for individuals with vision loss in mind, this immersive audio series transports listeners below the waves and delves into a hidden world. Visit one of the top wreck diving sites in Southeast Asia, visit a Manta Ray cleaning station in Komodo National Park or take a deep dive into local waters - whether you’re afraid of the big blue or an expert diver, this series is available for all to enjoy and serves as a reminder of the amazing wonders below the waves!

Produced by Artwave Studio

Voiced by Sabrina Sng and Kathlyn Tan

0 to 101.8mm is an artistic representation of how the sea levels have risen insidiously from 1993 to 2022, as recorded by NASA. The numbers are still rising, as reflected real-time, on its website. Using the process of data sonification, the collection of data in sea level rises are presented sonically and aesthetically in moving images and composition. In experiencing data as sound, viewers immerse themselves in the presentation of these numbers and receive the impact of these numbers physiologically and psychologically. If we are not spurred into action by the onslaught of climate change figures that are presented to us visually in the news, we hope the visceral sonic experience of scientific data will.

Produced by Yingyi Feng

Waves of Change Festival 2022 showcases 12 feature-length films focused on the amazing creatures living in the ocean. This season, the selection of films also tell the stories of the people behind the scenes driving important environmental work forward.

Apart from the feature-length films, there will also be a selection of short films, Blind Diving Audio Adventure episodes as well as audio artwork - 0 to 100.8mm, being displayed daily within the screening room. 

View details

Peering into Our Future is a project collaboration between Southeast Asian communications agency, Mutant Communications, as well as Singapore-based ocean conservation not-for-profit organisations, Coastal Natives and Our Singapore Reefs. This project aims to create greater public awareness and educate Singaporeans about the plight of our shores. Five award-winning writers - Joshua Ip, Amanda Lee Koe, Pooja Nansi, Xiaoyun Neo and Suffian Hakim - tell haunting and mysterious stories that envision Singapore’s dystopian future if action is not taken to care for our waters.

Produced by Mutant Communications

Singapore is home to a large variety of animal and plant species, which can be found in their natural habitats. Be it dry land, tropical rainforests, mangroves or coral ecosystems, there is a rich biodiversity to be found in our Nature. With this collection, we want to showcase some of the unknown underwater wonders in local waters. Unlike the rest of Southeast Asia, diving conditions in Singapore are challenging. On an average day, we get only a visibility of 2-3 metres, or less, depending on the season and time of day. But these waters are a great place to photograph underwater macro life. Let's show you a different Singapore from below.

Featuring photography by Shinto K Anto, Kevin Li, Nicholas Chew and Katherine Lu

Produced by Coastal Natives

Artworks presented at the exhibition draw inspiration from scientific research. The installation consists of embroidered stingray models. With their slight transparency and lighting, they remind the artist of a 'fever' of stingrays, the phenomenon when a group of stingrays swim together side by side. Slightly different shapes of stingrays in installation refer to various species found in Southeast Asia and imported to Singapore as food.

Through the art installation, Sofiya hopes to inspire further thinking and learning about stingrays.

Produced by Sofiya Shukhova

Originally created for individuals with vision loss in mind, this immersive audio series transports listeners below the waves and delves into a hidden world. Visit one of the top wreck diving sites in Southeast Asia, visit a Manta Ray cleaning station in Komodo National Park or take a deep dive into local waters - whether you’re afraid of the big blue or an expert diver, this series is available for all to enjoy and serves as a reminder of the amazing wonders below the waves!

Produced by Artwave Studio

Voiced by Sabrina Sng  and Kathlyn Tan

0 to 101.8mm is an artistic representation of how the sea levels have risen insidiously from 1993 to 2022, as recorded by NASA. The numbers are still rising, as reflected real-time, on its website. Using the process of data sonification, the collection of data in sea level rises are presented sonically and aesthetically in moving images and composition. In experiencing data as sound, viewers immerse themselves in the presentation of these numbers and receive the impact of these numbers physiologically and psychologically. If we are not spurred into action by the onslaught of climate change figures that are presented to us visually in the news, we hope the visceral sonic experience of scientific data will.

Produced by Yingyi Feng

Waves of Change Festival 2022 showcases 12 feature-length films focused on the amazing creatures living in the ocean. This season, the selection of films also tell the stories of the people behind the scenes driving important environmental work forward.

Apart from the feature-length films, there will also be a selection of short films, Blind Diving Audio Adventure episodes as well as audio artwork - 0 to 100.8mm, being displayed daily within the screening room. 

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The Queensland and New South Wales Governments are running the longest marine cull in history. Not only is it destroying our marine ecosystem, it’s putting swimmers at risk. Claiming that the current programs are successful is both deceptive and dangerous.

During the shooting of Envoy: Shark Cull the Government implemented a 20-meter exclusion zone around nets and drumlines – in an attempt to stop footage of what’s really going on… they failed.

Envoy: Shark Cull will expose it all.

Get a chance to have a chat with the director and hear his insights after the movie screening in this exclusive Meet the Director dialogue session!

Hosted by Andre Borell

Ever felt motivated to act for the ocean but unsure of how to build a campaign? In this workshop, the team at Coastal Natives will share about threats to the ocean, some effective environmental campaigns, and guide you through what to look out for in creating your own! Equipped with new knowledge on how to run a successful campaign from start to finish, you’ll be able to create a movement and protect the ocean you love.

Hosted by Coastal Natives

Climate Cheesecake is a podcast hosted by 4 friends who aren’t experts, but have done a bunch of stuff in the sustainability space. We understand that talking climate and the environment can sometimes get a bit much, so we’re taking it one slice at a time - just like how we eat cheesecake!

While you can usually catch us on Spotify, come join us for this fireside as we chat about climate anxiety in person with you!

The podcast is powered by the good folks at Artwave Studio.

Watch the short film '(PLASTIK)' with The MeshMinds Foundation and Studio Birthplace and hear them share about how the film aims to raise awareness and catalyse action to end plastic pollution within the region. In this session, you will also hear from sustainability advocates in Singapore on local efforts and initiatives that you can be a part of to help end the crisis.

Hosted by The Meshminds Foundation