Art researcher dr. The exhibition “I long, I don’t know what” curated by Marius Armon will include the works of thirty Lithuanian artists from different periods, offering a diverse look at the complex relationship between man and nature.
The new exhibition considers whether it is possible to miss home without knowing what, or to miss home while in it. The starting point for this is the term solastalgia proposed by the philosopher Glenn Albrecht, which refers to the emotional and existential anxiety that arises from climate change – as if, being at home, we experience that the sense of this place is changing or has already been irreversibly changed.
“Nature has had thousands of names and faces in our history. Unable to explain or control it, we first surrendered control of nature to deities whose grace we believed in, and then replaced them with the hope offered by political, economic, and technological progress embedded in modernity that nature would never run out.
Storms, floods, forest fires, summers hotter than the other and future winters probably without snow signal that natural resources are limited, that someone else will not solve these problems and that we have to rethink our personal and collective relationship with nature,” says exhibition curator M. Armon.
“I miss, I don’t know what” looks at the interaction of man with nature from a nostalgic and somewhat naive perspective, with the aim not to reinforce already existing anxiety or draw catastrophic scenarios, but to raise the question with attention and sensitivity – why it is so difficult to think, feel and make decisions or responsibility because of climate change?
The works presented in the exhibition invite us to reflect on the processes taking place both in the universe and in our own backyard, and to ask what and how we think and feel about them. The works of Lithuanian authors cover a wide range of topics, from longing for magical nature in lyrical landscapes to a critical look at technological and social progress, which constantly interacts with our environment.
November 14 the exhibition will be opened by the conversation “Longing and anxiety – companions of the relationship with nature?” initiated by “Vilnius – European Green Capital 2025”, which will examine the exhibition’s themes in more detail through the prism of art, psychology and environmental protection.
“Caring for the environment and a conscious relationship with nature positively affects the psychological state: time spent in nature reduces stress, promotes inner peace, and efforts to protect the environment create a sense of meaning and responsibility.” A close connection with nature helps reduce anxiety and enables us to feel an inseparable part of the world,” says Jurga Pociūtė-Mikūtienė, project manager of “Vilnius – European Green Capital 2025”.
In the discussion moderated by climatologist Silvestro Dikčius, curator of the exhibition, art critic Marius Armonas, artist Aurelija Maknytė, environmental journalist Rugilė Matusevičiūtė and psychologist Gediminas Tumėnas will discuss how the themes of the relationship with nature spread in the field of art, explore whether the anxiety caused by environmental changes more often paralyzes or encourages action, and will consider what we can do on a personal and community level to prevent longing for the unknown from becoming a long-term guilt.
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**Interview with Dr. Marius Armon: Curator of “I Long, I Don’t Know What” Exhibition**
**Editor:** Good morning, Dr. Armon. Thank you for joining us to discuss your upcoming exhibition, “I Long, I Don’t Know What.” Can you start by telling us what inspired you to curate this exhibition?
**Dr. Armon:** Good morning! The inspiration for this exhibition stems from our evolving relationship with nature, particularly in the context of climate change. The concept of ‘solastalgia,’ introduced by philosopher Glenn Albrecht, captures the emotional unease many of us feel about environmental changes. I wanted to create a space where viewers could reflect on this complex relationship through the lens of various Lithuanian artists across different periods.
**Editor:** Interesting! You mentioned the concept of ‘solastalgia.’ How does this idea shape the works included in the exhibition?
**Dr. Armon:** The exhibition provokes the question: Can we truly feel homesick for a place that is changing before our eyes? The artists’ works evoke feelings of nostalgia while also confronting the reality of our environmental crises. We explore how our connection to nature has evolved—once seen as something we could control, it is now clear that we are intertwined with it, and our actions have consequences.
**Editor:** There seem to be a variety of styles and periods represented in the exhibition. Can you elaborate on the diversity of the artists and the works they’ve produced?
**Dr. Armon:** Absolutely! We’ve included thirty Lithuanian artists whose works range from lyrical landscapes that evoke a longing for untouched nature to critical commentaries on technological progress and its impact on our environment. Each piece invites viewers to engage with their feelings about nature, whether that’s nostalgia, anxiety, or wonder. This diversity highlights our multifaceted connection to the natural world.
**Editor:** The exhibition opens with a conversation about longing and anxiety regarding nature. What should attendees expect from this discussion?
**Dr. Armon:** We aim to create a dialogue that delves deeper into the themes of the exhibition. Featuring perspectives from art, psychology, and environmental science, the conversation will explore how our emotional responses to climate change can influence our actions and responsibilities. We hope to make it an insightful experience that encourages reflection and engagement.
**Editor:** what do you hope viewers will take away from their experience at “I Long, I Don’t Know What”?
**Dr. Armon:** I hope that viewers leave with a greater awareness of their personal relationship with nature and a sense of responsibility towards it. The exhibition is not intended to reinforce anxiety or draw doomsday scenarios, but to foster thoughtful consideration of why it’s challenging to engage with these pressing issues. Ultimately, I want people to reflect on what they feel and think about nature and maybe, start thinking about how we can forge a more sustainable future together.
**Editor:** Thank you, Dr. Armon, for sharing your insights. We’re looking forward to the exhibition and the important conversations it will spark!
**Dr. Armon:** Thank you! It’s been a pleasure discussing it with you.
