Over 1,900 primary school students in Perth’s eastern region have created their own unique artwork exploring local biodiversity as part of Mundaring Arts Centre Inc.’s 21st annual Environmental Art Project.
Read MoreCrazy Critters and Terrific Tortoises in the October School Holidays
Midland Junction Arts Centre collaborated with the City of Swan to present a number of school holiday activities in October as part of their Nature Know-how series.
Read MoreMedia Release: Annual art project for primary school children spotlights biodiversity in the backyard
A series of three short video tutorials staring Angela Rossen Artist and Biodiversity Educator have been released for students, teachers and parents to learn about what biodiversity means in native gardens and the soil, thanks to support from the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries. The local artist, who’s practice “aim[s] to grow reconnection to and deeper understanding of the abundance, variety and sheer ingenuity of the natural world” also demonstrates some tips on how to translate learnings from the Mundaring Arts Centre education resources and videos, into an engaging artwork to be submitted.
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Book Now - School Holiday Workshops
Check out our school holiday workshops at Mundaring Arts Centre and in partnership with the City of Swan in Guildford, Ballajura and Ellenbrook during the September-October Holidays. Each of the workshops explores the theme of Backyard Biodiversity and equip participants with skills and inspiration to create their own entry for the 2022 Environmental Art Project.
Read MoreDeadline Extended
The closing date for the 2022 Environmental Art Project has been extended to 5pm Wednesday 26 October 2022.
Read MoreCCWA Annual Conference: Stronger Together: Collaboration for Conservation and Climate
Floor decals created for the 2022 Environmental Art Project: Clean Energy Walking Trail were displayed again at the Conservation Council of WA’s Annual Conference for 2022 – Stronger Together: Collaboration for Conservation and Climate on Friday 2 September.
Read MoreNature Book Week
Take a look at our recommended book list for Nature Book Week (5-11 September).
Read MoreEnvironmental Art Project receives DLGSC support
We’re pleased to announce that the 2022 Environmental Art Project has received support from the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries
Read MoreGarden Inspiration | Richard McDowell
Gardening Australia featured Richard McDowell, aka Captain Quandong, a propagator, grower, and collector of Western Australian native flora. Take a look at his garden and meet his family including his daughter Esther, an artist who uses the plants in her art.
Read MoreArtwork Inspiration | Brenton See
Local Artist Brenton See was featured on Gardening Australia showcasing his large scale murals that draw sit-specific inspiration from local flora and fauna species.
Read MoreBirds, Buds and Beasts in the April School Holidays
Local children created Plant Prints with Luke Morgan, Bird Baths with Kaitlyn Elsegood and Fantastic Felted Beasts with Heather Davis whilst learning about how each of these living things are important to their backyard ecosystem.
Read MoreBackyard Biodiversity Video with Simon Cherriman and Shire of Mundaring
Do you know the locals in your garden? Join wildlife expert Simon Cherriman and his trusty sidekicks as they take a look at the beautiful native plants and animals right here on our doorstep in the Perth Hills.
Read MoreEnvironmental Art Project launched for 2022
The theme of the Environmental Art Project for 2022 has been announced as Backyard Biodiversity.
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