Art and Conservation

In collaboration with Strathnairn Arts, Ginninderry Conservation Trust is presenting a series of workshops for young people over the October school holidays that will focus on the connection between nature and art, and the importance art plays in conservation.

Rangers from the Trust will take participants on a morning tour of the Conservation Corridor – a very unique and special part of our shared neighbourhood – to showcase the incredible environment and what resides within it. Professional artists will then guide participants in a three-hour afternoon workshop to make artwork in response to their walk.

Thursday 3rd October

Clay with Gemma Brown

Students will explore slab-building techniques in clay, using slump moulds to form small vessels . Inspired by the sights, textures and colours of the walk around Strathnairn, students will also look at methods of decorating clay while still wet, including impressing into the clay surface, and adding colour using underglazes.

About the artist

Gemma is an artist working primarily in ceramics on unceded Ngunnawal/Ngambri land. Her dual practice spans both functional ware and experimental forms. With a focus on experimental processes using found and waste materials, Gemma seeks to interpret what she sees in the environments around her through her emerging practice.

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Thursday 10th October

Bird Sculptures with Tom Buckland

Using recycled cardboard learn to sculpt a three dimensional and free standing bird. These birds are easy to make and full of character and personality. This is a great introduction to basic sculpture techniques and a wonderful way to utilise recycled materials. Workshop participants will take home their own handmade bird.

About the artist

Tom is a Canberra based artist known for his use of recycled materials and intricate bird sculptures. Tom dabbles in sculpture, performance and video and has exhibited widely nationally and internationally. Tom graduated from the ANU School of Art with honours in 2015.

Event Details:

Who: Ages 8-14 approx.
Dates: Thursday 3rd and Thursday 10th October
Time: 9am-3pm
Cost: $100 per day
Location: Drop off and pick up at The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn
To wear: Please wear long trousers, enclosed shoes, hat & sunscreen
To bring: Please bring a bag with a water bottle, lunch and snacks & sunscreen