Chris Jordan
Photographer & Environmental Activist | 'Midway' Film & Ocean Plastic Pollution
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Chris Jordan is a renowned photographer and filmmaker whose powerful work shines a light on the global crisis of ocean plastic pollution. His acclaimed documentary film 'Midway' depicts the devastating impact of consumer waste on albatross populations, moving audiences to action.
With over 15 years of experience creating socially conscious art, Jordan's large-scale photographic series 'Running the Numbers' uses data visualization to reveal the staggering statistics behind environmental degradation. His keynotes inspire audiences to rethink their relationship with single-use plastics and become stewards for a more sustainable future.
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Turning powerful stats into art
Artist Chris Jordan shows us an arresting view of what Western culture looks like. His supersized images picture some almost unimaginable statistics -- like the astonishing number of paper cups we use every single day.
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