The rain and cold has been pretty relentless here in Sussex so far in 2026, and while I struggle with…
Blogposts
Understanding Pangolins: conservation efforts and insights through art
with the APWG and WLD Apologies for the acronyms; I was worried the title would be longer than the post!…
Protecting Ecosystems: the impact of plant trafficking
Endangered species under threat I listen to a really interesting podcast, In Defense of Plants, and the most recent episode…
Big Garden Birdwatch: results time
My Big Garden Birdwatch turnout is never particularly remarkable, but I certainly broke a record this year. I was prepared,…
Birdwatching on the Pilgrim Path: a personal journey
…and a failed painting Yesterday I went for another walk along the lower Downs, this time following the path between…
A Winter Walk in Berwick: discovering nature’s wonders
The South Downs and St Michael & All Angels January seems to have become a time for hibernation, and frankly,…
Natural Bird Feeding: a balanced approach
Should we feed our birds? I have mentioned this topic before but I felt it was a good idea to…
Artistic Exploration of Horse Breeds
I am still laid up with a cold/flu/Covid, so although I’m working on content for the Big Garden Birdwatch, I’m…
Snow Leopard: conservation through wildlife art
with Wild Life Drawing I am still battling my cold (plot twist: it might be Covid) and haven’t been out…
Big Garden Birdwatch: a cosy winter activity
Ugh I have been laid up with a bad cold for the past week, in fact I think it might…