Drawing can be a simple, humble activity. In the presence of something so great like a river, drawing can be an expression of admiration, respect, reverence. Drawing happens without words but is full of dialogue – full of receptivity, noticing, openness – and full of reflecting and responding. Drawing can attune us to the local ecologies we are part of and have a responsibility to care for.

In this friendly workshop, artist and facilitator Craig Burgess shares what he has learnt about drawing as a sensory, relational process. Come along to draw together with others, respectfully greeting the Birrarung. The workshop involves a gentle short walk. All drawing materials supplied. Craig has hosted Draw Plants Together drawing workshops since 2023 as a way to contribute his skills and experience across creativity and learning in the space of ecological care and well-being. For more info head to: drawplantstogether.com

Getting there: Public transport by bus is available to Warandyte town followed by a 20 minute walk to Pound Bend.

Accessibility: The car park is unsealed and may not be suitable for wheelchair access. Riverfest welcomes everyone—we’re committed to making our events accessible and inclusive for people of all abilities. If you have accessibility needs and require support to attend, please email carolyn.tate@yarrariver.org.au

About Riverfest

This event is part of the 2025 Birrarung Riverfest. Celebrate our river at one of 60+ events hosted over three weeks from 6–28 September. Whether you enjoy riverside walks, cleanups, creative workshops or paddling adventures, there's something for everyone at Riverfest. Riverfest is presented by the Yarra Riverkeeper Association and our partners Burndap Birrarung burndap umarkoo collaboration and Melbourne Water.
Check out the full Riverfest program here.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Yarra Riverkeeper Association acknowledges that the lands and waterways of the Yarra, Birrarung catchment, are the unceded territories of the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung and Bunurong peoples. We pay respect to Traditional Owners, who have, and continue, to care for Country. We acknowledge that the river now called Yarra has always been known as the Birrarung by its custodians.

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