Creative Wanderings: Biodiversity & Art at UCC

Join us this Heritage Week for a guided walk along UCC’s Biodiversity Trail.
The University College Cork campus is rich in biodiversity, and participants will learn about some of the 451 species of flora and fauna that make this urban oasis their home. The Biodiversity Trail provides an accessible space for those who are new to wildlife watching, while also being enjoyable for seasoned naturalists.
Led by Dr Maria Kirrane (Head of the Sustainability & Climate Action Office, UCC) and artist Sarah O’Brien, the walk will focus on the efforts the university is making to protect wildlife and habitats, while also acknowledging some of the wider research on biodiversity loss. It will highlight how artists interpret and represent biodiversity.
Participants will be introduced to simple creative approaches and provided with materials to help them respond to the University Arboretum, wildflower meadow and River Lee.
All materials will be provided. No previous drawing experience is required.