Tara Shakti is the first Malagasy artist whose works will be sent to the Moon via the Lunar Codex project, an initiative led by Samuel Peralta. This project, funded by the Canadian entrepreneur, includes works by 35,000 artists from around the world.
Presented as a "message in a bottle" to promote human creativity, the artworks, stored on nanofiche, can withstand lunar conditions for billions of years.
Raised in a family of artists, Shakti was encouraged from the age of seven to paint with vibrant colors. Inspired by the subtleties of Renaissance painting, she studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence before settling in Paris. Her work highlights crucial themes such as human trafficking and the oppression of women.
A lunar project to promote creativity
Shakti's works, particularly her painting "Archive III," reflect the oppression of women and carry a message of hope and defiance for future generations. "Having my work launched on the moon is an honor of immeasurable magnitude," she said, emphasizing the importance of promoting Malagasy culture.
In February 2025, five of his paintings will be launched aboard the Codex Polaris capsule to the Moon. This international recognition reaffirms the impact of his artistic legacy and his desire to share Madagascar and its traditions with the world. The Lunar Codex initiative thus becomes a cultural and artistic bridge between Earth and space, celebrating the diversity and richness of underrepresented voices.
