Where do art and policy intersect? Can creativity bridge the gap between emotion and action in shaping our collective future? Drishya Kala Klima is the initiative where the past, present, and future collide using photographic montages. It is a fusion of visual art, climate storytelling & policy research, transforming landscapes into layered narratives that evoke reflection and urgency. More than just photography and research, it is a call to engage, influence climate-induced policies, evoke a spectrum of emotions, drive behavioral change, and reimagine our role in shaping tomorrow.

Rooted in the artist Sanyam Bajaj’s journey from India to Germany, the name itself bridges cultures—"Drishya" (दृश्य) for vision, "Kala" (कला) for art, and "Klima" for climate from German, anchoring it in the discourse of climate action. “Sanyam’s work is rooted in the belief that art can empower social change. Reimagining the gallery space as a site for community engagement and collective empowerment, his photography exhibitions integrate public interaction through participatory dialogue with visitors, provocative questionnaires, and public policy research.

Black and white photo of a cityscape with domed and minaret buildings, seen through a large circular window with striped shadows cast by an outside structure, and a person walking on a rooftop walkway.

Historical Background

A street scene in Berlin, Germany, with the TV Tower visible in the background. People walk along the sidewalks, and bicycles are parked on the street. Buildings line the street with a cloudy sky overhead.

Objective

Upside-down black and white photo of four palm trees hanging from cables with a swirling cloudy sky in the background.

Artist Statement

Artwork / Support Our Cause!

  • A hand reaches out as if trying to halt the unstoppable march of time. Can it?

    Bonn, 2024

  • Sunset over New York Harbor with the Statue of Liberty visible in silhouette on the right and a sailboat on the water.

    New York, 2016

  • The act of writing becomes a powerful metaphor for knowledge and responsibility. The hand scrawling across the page represents scientists, researchers, and thinkers who have laid out the facts, data, and urgent truths about our planet’s climate crisi

    Madrid, 2017

  • A double exposure photo combining a street scene with a small market stall or makeshift shop with corrugated metal roofing and a mosque with domes and minarets at sunset, with clouds in the sky.

    Delhi, 2023

  • A black and white photograph of a corridor framed by classical columns, with clouds in the sky visible above. There are various papers, drawings, and writings attached to the lower part of the image, some featuring Japanese characters and symbols.

    Berlin, 2023

  • A digitally manipulated photograph of an indoor corridor with glass doors and windows, overlaid with swirling colorful streaks of blue, red, orange, and purple.

    Berlin, 2022

  • Black and white photo of birds sitting on power lines against a mostly clear sky.

    Delhi, 2021

  • Silhouette of wind turbines over a cityscape with tall buildings and skyscrapers in black and white.

    Kenya, 2023

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A city with colorful buildings along a waterfront with boats and a mountain in the background.

Announcement/Next Exhibition

C A T A N I A, I T A L Y

10-14th OCTOBER’25

PHOTO CREDITS: CUDLY NEST

Our Growing Community in Numbers

"Participation Across all the Exhibitions"

Total number of people visited the exhibitions: 454 & Counting <3

"Distribution of Participants by Sector"

  • Group of diverse people standing together in a room, holding a digital sign about climate change and land conservation.

  • People at an art gallery holding glasses of wine, celebrating and socializing.

  • A woman with short blonde hair and glasses, wearing a tan sleeveless top and jeans, is looking at artwork in an art gallery. She is holding a glass in one hand and reaching out to the artwork with the other. A man with short brown hair, wearing a white t-shirt and a blue and green backpack, is standing nearby observing the artwork. The gallery wall is decorated with framed pictures, and there is a small table with a QR code sign on it.

  • Two people laughing and enjoying a drink in an art gallery.

  • An art display in a cafe with black-covered frames, one leaning against a black cloth-covered object. A framed artwork depicts a cityscape with tall buildings and a cloudy sky. Black fabric hangs from above, and there is a glass-fronted fridge to the right containing drinks. The room has wooden floors, a chair with black cloth, and windows letting in natural light.

  • People socializing and enjoying drinks at a gathering or party in a well-lit room.

  • People viewing black and white photos and artwork in an art gallery, with one person pointing at a description on the wall.

  • A table set with various dishes, candles, and decorative elements, with people standing nearby at a social gathering or event.

  • Three framed photographs of cityscapes displayed on a teal gallery wall, with white labels beside each picture, and two black fabric strips hanging in the foreground.

  • A man stands in front of a large presentation screen, speaking into a microphone and gesturing with his right hand. The screen displays the text 'Hertie School Alumni' and introduces Drishya Kala Klima, with a photo of her on the right. Audience members, including a woman with curly red hair, are visible in the foreground.

  • People dining at tables in an indoor café or restaurant, with artwork hanging on a light green wall in the background.

  • A young man with glasses and dark hair stands indoors reading a book, near a window with black curtains and a pink hanging decoration.

  • A woman with shoulder-length dark hair, wearing a denim jacket with a bicycle embroidery, stands in front of a framed photograph of white daisies being held by a person with dark blue clothing, on a gallery wall.

  • Group of four women engaging in conversation at an art gallery, with artwork displayed on the white wall behind them.

  • Black and white photo of an art gallery with five framed photographs on a wall decorated with small string lights, and three people observing the artwork.

  • A group of people attending a presentation or discussion in a room, some holding drinks and one using a phone, with a lit abstract artwork on the wall behind them.

  • People viewing photographs displayed on a gallery wall in an art exhibition.

  • Two women observe framed artwork on a gallery wall, one with curly short hair and striped sweater, the other with long straight hair and light-colored top.

  • A person with dark curly hair and a patterned shirt viewing a framed black and white photograph of palm trees on a white wall at an art gallery.

  • A person is speaking at a photo exhibition and dialogue event, standing next to a table with candles and a glass of wine, in a dimly lit room. A large screen displays a photo of two hands reaching out to each other, with the text 'Photo Exhibition + Dialogue' and event details.

  • A woman in a black blazer reading a label on an art exhibit in a gallery with various framed photographs and artwork on the blue wall.

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Testimonials

  • A woman with shoulder-length blond hair, wearing a black blazer and a patterned blouse, posing with arms crossed against a gray background.

    “Art truly has the power to create impactful dialogue and foster a deeper connection with our planet. Thank you, Sanyam, for bringing us all together for such a meaningful conversation.”

    Nicole Loeser, Founder Institute for Art and Innovation

  • A man in a dark suit with a light blue shirt and a patterned tie, smiling in front of a bright window.

    “Art must come from within the artist, reflecting genuine conviction. Similarly, those in the climate field should find the artist within themselves to communicate effectively.

    Johan van den Berg, GIZ

  • Portrait of a man wearing a white shirt and dark blazer, smiling

    “Using art as a medium to improve policies is not only a noble mission but also an exciting one. Sanyam's exhibition shows the incredible potential for connecting creativity with action.”

    Gabriel Zech, Merantix Momentum

  • A group of people at an indoor event, with a man in a gray jacket and a woman in a black blazer standing near a table with bottles and flowers, and a large circular abstract art piece with white geometric patterns on a black background on the wall behind them.

    “Sanyam's idea of combining policy and art is fascinating. This exhibition was one of the first I’ve seen on this topic, and it was truly thought-provoking.”

    Adrian, FU Berlin

  • Two women are standing close together, looking at framed photographs on the wall in an art gallery. One woman has short, curly hair and is wearing a striped sweater, while the other has long, straight hair and is wearing a plain sweater. The woman with curly hair has her arm around the other woman's shoulder.

    “Very thought-provoking artwork. We loved how Sanyam combined topics we read and campaign about daily with pictures, landscapes, and collages that resonate emotionally. Impressive, powerful work. We look forward to following your journey as an artist further.”

    Marie-Isabelle and Felice

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A group of people gathered on a cobblestone street, some with strollers and children, with a protest sign in one stroller that reads 'MY FUTURE RIDES IN YOUR HANDS!'