Last week, we gathered at the Baxter Park Pavilion for “Myth Makers: Rewriting Nature’s Stories”.
Myself (Inês) and Julie from the Collective, along with Hope from RSPB and Caishlan from Eden Project Dundee had planned an immersive storytelling workshop exploring nature, imagination, and our relationship with the environment.
We congregated and then went on a walk in the nearby nature of Baxter Park, looking at lichens, leaves and exploring the language we use when describing the natural world. Once back at the Pavilion, participants were invited to embark on a creative journey inspired by the path of a floating seed drifting down the River Tay (written by Caishlan).
The workshop encouraged participants to envision the adventures of a tiny seed—where it might travel, what challenges it might face, and how it would grow. Through guided exercises, everyone wrote their own unique stories through a game of “consequences”.
Collaboration is at the centre of what we do in our projects. By working with RSPB which champions nature conservation, and the Eden Project, known for its environmental education initiatives, this workshop highlighted the importance of storytelling as a tool for reconnecting with the natural world. We at the Art and Nature Collective brought an artistic lens to the experience, demonstrating how creativity can foster deeper ecological awareness.
Nature has always been a source of myth, inspiration, and wisdom. By rewriting nature’s stories, we are not only reimagining the world around us but also strengthening our role within it. This workshop provided a space for participants to reflect on their connection to nature, while also contributing to a larger conversation about conservation, creativity, and community.
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who took part in this inspiring event and to our partners for making it possible. Stay tuned for future workshops and opportunities to explore nature through art and storytelling!
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