Hidden worlds: using microscopes to inspire art + science

Ipswich City Council - Environment Events

Delivered by artist Donna Davis and scientist Dr Melody Fabillo, this workshop can inspire new and different ways to engage students

Queens Park Environmental Education Centre - Ipswich City Council

Queens Park Environmental Education Centre

Events, workshops and activities held at Queens Park Environmental Education Centre

This workshop can inspire new and different ways to engage students across science and visual arts disciplines and to approach topics related to sustainability. During the workshop we will look at how we can use USB Microscopes to learn about the hidden micro world of grass with Botanist Dr Melody Fabillo. We will then explore how we can represent this information in interesting and exciting visual art mediums with local artist Donna Davis.Topics covered include:1. Demystifying the structure of plants/grasses: Plant anatomy and grass morphology – science presentation.2. How to use USB Microscopes – USB imagery on projector screen.3. View native grass under the USB microscopes, magnifying lenses, phone microscopes.4. Discuss botanical insights and scientific aspects of what the participants see in the microscopic world of grass – think about what you find most fascinating world of grass – think about what you find most fascinating.5. Play and discuss this new curious world – what inspires you? How would you make an artwork about the grass you viewed today?6. What story do you think your artwork may tell?7. Develop your artwork ideas – make notes – do sketches – play – be curious8. Create an artwork using collage techniques in a layered artwork About the presenters <h4>Donna Davis</h4>Donna Davis is a multi-disciplinary artist who examines human and non-human relationships with respect to ecological health and is often embedded within ecological research projects to inspire her practice. Playing between science fact and science fiction, her work tells stories that examine ecological systems through a creative lens; exploring imagined futures and constructing new ways of ‘seeing’ complex natural systems and our role within them. You can see some of Donna's work on instagram @ecoart_dd.Dr Melody FabilloDr Melody Fabillo is a botanist specialising in the evolutionary biology of grasses and other plant families. She explores the intricate structures of grasses at the macro and micro levels, and deciphers their DNA to uncover their evolutionary secrets. Please note while this workshop is intended for teachers, community members interested in the topic are welcome to attend.

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