Where ecology, creativity and curiosity meet.
Explore the Wild is a brand new seasonal nature series from Andover Trees United, designed to help you to discover the natural world through hands-on science, wildlife observation, creativity and outdoor exploration.
Led by Ecology Intern Kanchi Mehta it’s a must attend session to truly learn about nature, right on your doorstep!
Running throughout the seasons, taking place once a month, these immersive sessions invite participants to notice nature in new ways!
☀️ WHAT THE TREES SEE - SESSION 2 ☀️
New, improved cameras! Make a start on the community art piece
Cyanotypes (Light Photography)
Saturday 5th September from 10am–2pm
To include lunch
Diamond Wood, Andover Trees United
Ages 7+
TICKETS HERE
RETURNING & NEW PARTICIPANTS…
Join us for the 2nd of our unique creative ecology workshops, WITH IMPROVED CAMERAS, exploring one of the earliest forms of photography using sunlight and nature. Although the results from session one were lovely, we thought we could do even better and Kanchi has spent time redesigning the cameras.
You will head out for another slow, guided woodland walk using the upgraded, handmade cyanotype “cameras” to create beautiful light images inspired by the world around us. Along the way, you’ll think about how trees and other living things experience the environment differently and take time to observe the shapes, structures and patterns of native UK plants and wildlife.
Back at base, we’ll develop our cyanotype prints and start work on the large, community artwork.
In SESSION 3, Saturday 19th September, we will come back together to complete the collaborative artwork inspired by the woodland. BOOK THE DATE!
Session Schedule:
10am–10:30am – Introduction and camera demonstration
10:30am onwards – Guided cyanotype photography walk
11:30–2pm - Develop prints and make a start on the community artwork
BREAK FOR LUNCH 12:15 - 12:45
Details:
Refreshments and lunch included; bring a water bottle (refillable in the wood)
All materials provided
Outdoor activity – ‘appropriate’ weather clothing recommended
Workshop Focus:
Exploring how different living things perceive the world, while observing the beauty, form and structure of native trees and flowers through art and science.
Important Information:
This activity relies on sunlight and suitable weather conditions. If weather conditions are unsuitable, the session may need to be rescheduled. Participants will be informed as early as possible should any changes be necessary.
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE.
Pricing (to include lunch):
Adults £4
Children (aged 7+) £3
ALL Andover Trees Members – FREE
