Inspired by Nature
Inspired by Nature is a visual arts enrichment program in the creative domain for high potential and gifted public school students in Year 3 and 4. This one day learning experience is held at the Royal National Park. Students will explore the local environment, learn art theory, and produce a range of ephemeral and permanent artworks. They will investigate artists such as Andy Goldsworthy and his rich diversity of forms, structure, patterns and textures.
With exploration during an outdoor nature walk, students will gain a rich source of ideas to create artworks and an appreciation of art. Students will study the Elements and Principles of Design to gain a deeper understanding of how to create interesting and engaging artworks. They will experiment with and learn how to use different techniques associated with natural forms to create a range of artworks.
Workshops for students
Applications for the 2025 program will open in Term 1, 2025.
Schools can nominate up to 4 students from Years 3 and 4 that are gifted and/or demonstrate high potential in visual arts.
Term 2
- Wednesday 11 June 2025 (Term 2 Week 7)
Term 3
- Wednesday 13 August 2025 (Term 3 Week 4)
- Wednesday 10 September 2025 (Term 3 Week 8)
Term 4
- Thursday 16 October 2025 (Term 4 Week 1)
Time: 9 am to 3 pm
Cost: $25 per student
Should Inspired by Nature be cancelled and no alternative offered, a full refund will be provided. In the event of a COVID-19 related withdrawal from the program, students will be given a full refund of the participation fee paid.
Teachers are welcome but not required to attend. Schools or parent/carers are responsible for transport to and from the venue.
For further information, keep up to date with the Royal National Park Environmental Education Centre website and Facebook.
Professional learning for teachers
Registration for our 2025 professional learning workshop will open in Term 1, 2025
Participants develop practical skills and strategies for teaching visual arts K-6. A bushwalk provides inspiration and the opportunity to observe, interpret, respond and document the natural environment. Participants engage their senses and express themselves across a range of media, such as printmaking and ephemeral art. Participants are provided with written instructions and material lists for each artmaking activity.
Date: Thursday 3 April 2025
Time: 9 am to 3 pm
Venue: Royal National Park Environmental Education Centre
Cost: $185 per person
Register via MyPL Course Code NR42493.
For further information, keep up to date with the Royal National Park Environmental Education Centre website and Facebook.
Photos
Photo gallery
View images from previous programs in the Inspired by Nature photo gallery
Photo a day challenge
The Inspired by Nature team challenge you to take a nature photo a day for a month (30 days)!
To learn more about the challenge and join in all the fun visit Photo a Day Challenge.
Be sure to check out all the amazing photos on the Royal National Park Instagram account.
Enquiries
159 Farnell Ave
Royal National Park NSW 2232
Australia
Gallery
All Arts Units programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in Inspired by Nature, please email jill.bell6@det.nsw.edu.au so we can assist.
