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Jesse Garbe is a Lecturer at Emily Carr University of Art and Design, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of art, ecology, and natural history. He explores how visual mediums like painting, taxidermy, and dioramas shape human understanding of nature and non-human life.
Research interests include cultural theory, environmental philosophy, and the ethical implications of artistic representation in nature. His work critiques historical practices such as John James Audubon’s use of taxidermy and examines contemporary themes like biodiversity valuation.
Key creative projects include Parrot 2018 (investigating art’s dual role in liberating/limiting animal representation) and the 2008 diorama series examining predator-prey dynamics through taxidermy. These works interrogate museum practices and ecological hierarchies.
Garbe is an active citizen scientist and birdwatcher, advocating for ornithological awareness. No formal grants or awards are listed, but his teaching includes courses on illustration techniques and genre exploration.
