The workshop was open to 18-35 year olds, however some younger and (slightly) older faces also attended.

Tutored by esteemed science educated artist Heather Vallance, the participants learnt to draw and interpret botanical illustration.

Heather was pleased with the day and the positive feedback received.

“At times people were so focused that the intensity in the room was quite amazing,” she said.

“I tried to focus on drawing techniques that allowed people to feel confident in their drawing styles and enable them to observe the plant material.”

Participant testimonials echo Heather’s comments.

“[I] very much enjoyed the course, presenter made our creative scientific journey a wonderful adventure," said one participant.

“What a great day - More please! Thankyou so much for making botanical drawing suitable for different levels," said another.

The Cowra-Cabonne Science Hub’s Scientific Arts Workshop was facilitated by the CORRIDOR project and the Age of Fishes museum.

Other workshops in 2016 so far have included ‘Sacred Landscapes’ - Astronomy with Trevor Leaman which was held in April at the CORRIDOR project.

Participants explored ‘sacred landscapes’, how they may also function as astronomical observatories, as well as an introduction to the astronomy program ‘Stellarium’.

The CORRIDOR project will host ‘Sky stories’ in September, a night of indigenous culture and knowledge relating to Wiradjuri sky stories.

This program will be led by a Wiradjuri speaker.

Cowra-Cabonne Science Hub is supported by the Cowra-Cabonne Community, businesses, Councils and Inspiring Australia Sydney University, Faculty of Science.

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