Coastal narratives and Baltic ecotones: Painting beaches and boulders at the water’s edge

This study reveals the ecological and cultural complexities of Baltic coastal environments through an analysis of paintings by Nils Kreuger (Sweden) and Teodors Ūders (Latvia). The research demonstrates how these artists' works reflect distinct regional identities, topographies, and ecologies—from Öland's island landscape to Halland's weather-beaten coastline and Latvia's Dunte seaside—while also capturing contemporary ecocritical perspectives. Unlike traditional studies focusing on ecosystem decline, this work highlights the nuanced interactions between art, coastal life, and ecological memory, integrating natural science insights with visual culture. It contributes to a broader understanding of Baltic coastal art history as both a social-historical narrative and a record of environmental change.

Gapp, I. (2023). Coastal narratives and Baltic ecotones: Painting beaches and boulders at the water’s edge. Coastal Studies & Society, 3(1), 33–51. https://doi.org/10.1177/26349817231209715