The meeting opens with a quote from philosopher Vinciane Despret, who, when asked by a journalist how to mobilize people in the face of the collapse of life, said: "We don't know. For now, we are fumbling. And maybe artists and writers can help us." She notes that for a long time, human emotions were tied to ideals like emancipation, freedom, and progress. But philosopher Bruno Latour argues that these emotions are no longer aligned with the current reality, which demands new ways of thinking and feeling. Creating these new affects is not simple, Despret says. It is the result of a long process, and time is limited. There is an urgent task: to move out of this state of shock and begin to act. Catherine Meurisse responds to these words, emphasizing the importance of rediscovering wonder in the face of ecological crisis. She references philosopher Baptiste Morizot, who suggests that the political nature of wonder can counter despair and helplessness. Meurisse highlights the role of artists in translating the sensitive world into forms that can inspire action and connection. Meurisse discusses the influence of painters such as Corot, Fragonard, Watteau, and Poussin on her relationship with nature, suggesting that the artistic representation of nature offers a unique lens through which to view the world. She also notes that the beginning of her comic book Le Clan de Walden features immersive landscapes, with the first pages designed to draw the reader into the natural world. These initial pages were created using different techniques and formats, including gouaches, inks, and dry pastels, reflecting her desire to relearn drawing and engage with the materiality of life. The narrative of Le Clan de Walden stages four major figures of American ecology: Henry-David Thoreau, Ralph Emerson, John Muir, and Rachel Carson. Meurisse highlights the importance of Thoreau's journal, which she found more insightful than his later book Walden or Life in the Woods. She also discusses the myth of Thoreau as a solitary hermit, noting that he was actually quite close to his family and community in Concord, Massachusetts. She contrasts this with the portrayal of Thoreau in the film Into the Wild, which she finds inaccurate. Meurisse also addresses contemporary ecological issues, including eco-sabotage, deforestation, intensive agriculture, and climate change. She criticizes the criminalization of environmental movements in France and expresses concern about the rise of far-right politics, which she views as ecocidal. The comic book also touches on cultural appropriation, a topic Meurisse says may be influenced by her decade of experience as a press drawer. The narrative of Le Clan de Walden is framed by a synthesis of historical and contemporary readings, including works by Vinciane Despret, Baptiste Morizot, Philippe Descola, Bruno Latour, and others. The book's title page features characters ready to fight, inspired by the movie Armageddon, yet they are portrayed as determined and fragile, reflecting the complexity of human and natural relationships. Meurisse discusses her use of language in the comic, including wordplay, neologisms, and pastiche, drawing inspiration from writers like Gotlib and Racine. She also notes the importance of humor and laughter in ecological discourse, suggesting that they can help counter despair and helplessness. The book's text includes a mix of elevated and prosaic language, reflecting the multifaceted nature of ecological issues. Finally, Meurisse reflects on the cover photo of Le Clan de Walden, which features a mischievous image of her partner, taken during a visit to the Kunsthalle in Hamburg. The photo captures the interplay between the viewer and the environment, a theme that resonates throughout her work.