Wild Wanderings: Martha Iserman & Annette Muir

Wild Wanderings is a series of nature journaling walks designed to help you connect with—and immerse in—our local environment, imbuing each participant with a sense of care and respect for the natural world.

Held in the beautiful Karwarra Australian Native Botanic Garden, this walk will be led by science illustrator and artist Martha Iserman, and plant ecologist Annette Muir, using art and knowledge as a catalyst to slow down and deeply engage with nature. To reflect the deep relationship between art and place in the Dandenong Ranges, Martha will share her nature journaling practice, highlighting her personal connection to the environment, while Annette will provide practical and applicable knowledge of local native ecosystems.

By mindfully documenting your personal observations of the natural world and taking part in activities that engage the senses (walking, observing, drawing, listening), you’ll discover the Dandenong Ranges through a whole new lens!

Presented by ngurrak barring as part of Burrinja Climate Change Biennale #4

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MEET YOUR GUIDES

Martha Iserman

Martha Iserman is a science illustrator and artist who uses nature journaling to get people interested and creative in the outdoors. She has a background in biological illustration and leads workshops that help people connect with the landscapes around them through drawing, observation, and storytelling. Her work looks at how art, science, and the natural world all connect.

Annette Muir

Annette Muir is a plant ecologist with a deep knowledge of the natural environment of the Dandenong Ranges. She has many years of experience in state government research, as well as indigenous vegetation regeneration as a volunteer. She has a passion for connecting people to the wonders of our local environment by leading conservation and education activities in our forests.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Meet at Karwarra Australian Native Botanic Garden for a guided walk through the grounds.
(In case of bad weather, a nature journaling workshop will be held inside the Karwarra Australian Native Botanic Garden hall)

TICKET PRICING

$33 Full / $27.50 concession (plus booking fee)
Please note Wild Wandering walks are only open to ages 18+

Tickets include a guided walk and access to basic art supplies. Feel free to bring your favourite art supplies on the day!

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What is nature journaling?

Nature Journaling is the practice of drawing or writing in response to nature, collecting and organising your observations, questions, connections, and explanations on the pages of a notebook, using words and pictures.

You do not need to be an artist or a scientist to begin a nature journaling practice. Simply slow down, pay attention, and use all your senses to connect with the natural world.

IMAGE:

Amy Weir leading a Wild Wanderings Walk © 2025 Amandine Thomas