Welcome to the first edition of Afterimage for 2022 (Volume 49, no. 1).

This sizeable issue begins with in-depth interviews with two contemporary media artists. Marcus Civin talks with Allison Maria Rodriguez about her recent multichannel video installations that address the health of the planet and the interconnection between species. As Rodriguez explains, she utilizes an “overall philosophical trajectory” to explore identity, nature, and animals as well as family legacy and culture—through both travels far afield and explorations close to home. The conversation reveals that the artist remains hopeful about the future and the possibilities for humans recognizing the intelligence of other animals as well as the potential for “some healing, responsible growth, and reconnection.” Vicki Callahan discusses with Lance Weiler his “evocative storytelling,” detailing how “loss and restorative groundwork are jointly shared” between Weiler’s own story and those of the participants engaged in his multimedia installation work, which he...

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