Do you garden? If so, share what style of garden you have... Cottage, Balcony, Coastal, Native, Minimal, share in the comments. Unfortunately I don't have a garden I can plant in but I do have lots of containers and pots inside and outside 😁 If you'd like to help me support the Raising Rarity program please visit https://www.lokiloves.com/art-for-a-cause-raising-rarity My special guest for Part 5 is Matt Henderson from the Horticulture team at Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) sharing another rare plant from the Raising Rarity program. He also shares his experience of going on a research and collection trip with the Victorian Seed bank and why it’s important for all of us to get behind programs like Raising Rarity 💚 🌱Want to join in the home research project I mention at the end of the video? You can register your interest here: https://www.lokiloves.com/art-for-a-cause -raising-rarity And make sure to share with your friends as awareness is so very important. With special thanks to @royalbotanicgardensvictori5594 ** This is not a paid promotion, I volunteer my time and art to raise awareness of important projects so we can all keep enjoying the amazing biodiversity we have 💚 I hope you enjoyed this video. If you did please considering sharing what you enjoyed in the comments, subscribe for more and share this video with others! Raising Rarity - An initiative of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) looks at horticultural approaches to help in the conservation of rare and threatened Australian wildflower and understorey species. https://www.fame.org.au/projects/raising-rarity 🌿 Subscribe to my monthly newsletter, get 10% off your first purchase and be kept up to date with fun projects to help our Australian Natives and a monthly giveaway! https://www.lokiloves.com/ 🌺Connect with me on social media @lokilovesart https://www.instagram.com/lokilovesart https://www.facebook.com/lokilovesart Thank you so much for your support ❤️ Is conservation close to your heart? If so consider connecting and donating to support these organisations to continue their work

Prepare to chill out as we explore the as we delve into the Arctic Tundra theme with your hosts Vanda from Loki Loves and Cathy from Remember The Wild for #LokiLovesInktober2023 ❄️🌌 In this icy wonderland, we'll explore the fascinating world of its unique wildlife and landscapes. And to guide us through this amazing shorebird breeding terrain, we're thrilled to introduce our special expert guest. Please welcome Dr. Micha Jackson, a dedicated shorebird ecologist with a profound passion for conserving these remarkable birds in human-dominated environments. Micha's expertise extends to the far reaches of Utqiagvik on the north coast of Alaska, where she has been meticulously monitoring shorebirds in their Arctic breeding habitat. With her in-depth knowledge and firsthand experiences in the Arctic Tundra, Micha is the ideal companion to unlock the secrets of this mesmerizing realm. Whether you're an artist, a nature enthusiast, or simply curious about the wonders of the tundra, this event promises to be an enlightening and inspiring experience. Join us as we journey into the heart of the Arctic Tundra, ready to uncover its mysteries, celebrate its unique beauty, and create art inspired by its frozen landscapes. New to Inktober? Join us for our 31 day nature art challenge here: https://www.lokiloves.com/inktober2023 Read more about our special 2023 theme, "Shorebirds and Wetlands" here: https://www.rememberthewild.org.au/inktober-2023-wings-and-wetlands/ I hope you enjoyed this video. If you did please considering sharing what you enjoyed in the comments, subscribe for more and share this video with others! 🌿 Subscribe to my monthly newsletter, get 10% off your first purchase and be kept up to date with fun projects to help our Australian Natives and a monthly giveaway! 🌺Connect with me on social media @lokilovesart https://www.instagram.com/lokilovesart https://www.facebook.com/lokilovesart Thank you so much for your support ❤️ Is conservation close to your heart? If so consider connecting and donating to these organisations: Raising Rarity - An initiative of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) looks at horticultural approaches to help in the conservation of rare and threatened Australian wildflower and understorey species. https://www.fame.org.au/projects/raising-rarity Remember The Wild - Australia’s foremost nature connection charity https://www.rememberthewild.org.au/

Join us for a beachy adventure to the stunning landscapes of Broome, with your hosts Vanda from Loki Loves and Cathy from @rememberthewild1180 for this week's #LokiLovesInktober2023 theme! We're thrilled to announce a special expert guest who will unveil the secrets of shorebirds in this remarkable setting. We proudly welcome Milly Formby, a qualified zoologist, pilot, adventurer, and certified bird enthusiast. Milly's love for shorebirds has driven her to achieve remarkable feats, including learning to fly and launching Wing Threads, a flying mission to introduce the wonder of migratory waders to schools across Australia. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about "moonbirds" and their fascinating activities in their last stop before their journey to the Arctic. Whether you're an artist or a nature enthusiast, this event promises to be a captivating experience. Get ready to explore and create! New to Inktober? Join us for our 31 day nature art challenge here: https://www.lokiloves.com/inktober2023 Is conservation close to your heart? If so consider supporting Remember The Wild so they can support more amazing projects 💚 Remember The Wild - Australia’s foremost nature connection charity https://www.rememberthewild.org.au/ I hope you enjoyed this video. If you did please considering sharing what you enjoyed in the comments, subscribe for more and share this video with others! 🌿 Subscribe to my monthly newsletter, get 10% off your first purchase and be kept up to date with fun projects: https://www.lokiloves.com 🌺Connect with me on social media @lokilovesart https://www.instagram.com/lokilovesart https://www.facebook.com/lokilovesart Thank you so much for your support ❤️

Prepare to embark on a journey through the serene world of "Estuaries" with your hosts Vanda from Loki Loves and Cathy from Remember The Wild for #LokiLovesInktober2023 🌅🌿 We're absolutely delighted to have a distinguished guest joining us for this special event, Dr. Rowan Mott. With a wealth of experience in ecology and birdwatching, Dr. Mott's insights into migratory shorebirds are bound to be fascinating. Rowan has spent years in the field, expertly catching and banding migratory shorebirds. His expertise extends to the last two years, where he's been immersed in the study of foraging and breeding movements of shorebirds and wetland birds in the Ramsar-listed Coorong estuary at the mouth of the Murray River in South Australia. Join us as we delve into the ecology of Australia's estuaries, uncovering the unique wonders these ecosystems hold. Whether you're an artist seeking inspiration or a nature enthusiast keen to learn, this event promises to be a captivating experience. Get ready to explore and create! New to Inktober? Join us for our 31 day nature art challenge here: https://www.lokiloves.com/inktober2023 Is conservation close to your heart? If so consider supporting Remember The Wild so they can support more amazing projects 💚 Remember The Wild - Australia’s foremost nature connection charity https://www.rememberthewild.org.au/ I hope you enjoyed this video. If you did please considering sharing what you enjoyed in the comments, subscribe for more and share this video with others! 🌿 Subscribe to my monthly newsletter, get 10% off your first purchase and be kept up to date with fun projects: https://www.lokiloves.com 🌺Connect with me on social media @lokilovesart https://www.instagram.com/lokilovesart https://www.facebook.com/lokilovesart Thank you so much for your support ❤️

Dive into the captivating world of "Beach Nesting" with your hosts Vanda from Loki Loves and Cathy from Remember The Wild @rememberthewild1180 for #LokiLovesInktober2023 Join us for a casual chat and create webinar 🌊🐦🎨🖋️ We're thrilled to have a special guest with us, Dr. Sonia Sánchez, an ecologist deeply passionate about coastal birds. Sonia's insights are a treasure trove for anyone curious about the incredible shorebirds that grace our coastal shores. As a project officer on Birdlife Australia's Beach-nesting Birds Program, Sonia's research has delved into the nesting disturbance of one of Australia's most vulnerable coastal shorebirds - the Hooded Plover. Her dedication to these feathered friends is awe-inspiring. Sonia's love for plovers goes way back, and she's played a pivotal role in the growth of the global Plover Appreciation Day (celebrated every September 16th). Before her role with Birdlife, she dedicated years as a volunteer "plover guardian" within the nationwide Hooded Plover recovery program. So, whether you're an art enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply curious about these remarkable birds, we hope you enjoy this sandy adventure, a bit of drawing, and a whole lot of shorebird wisdom. Find everything you need to take part here: https://www.lokiloves.com/inktober2023 Upload your artworks on social media with the #LokiLovesInktober2023 hashtag! People are adding to it already!: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/lokilovesinktober2023/ We’ve also set up a community art gallery for everyone to add to! You can add the link to your social media post OR post your artwork straight to the page. We’ve got it set up in themes, so you can add your artwork to the column for the week we are in! Add your artworks to the Inktober Community Art Gallery: https://padlet.com/RememberTheWild/shorebirds-and-wetlands-inktober-gallery-dpxyn3k26lagavfu We would LOVE to see you all back here for the next session. Bring your friends and family! Next week’s session is at 6 PM on Friday 13th and will be all about shorebirds in estuaries and other wetlands!: https://events.humanitix.com/inktober-creative-conversations-learn-and-draw-shorebirds-and-estuaries Remember, you don’t have to take part every day! This is for fun! Create when you can, and learn and share about the amazing shorebirds we share our home with Learn more about Birdlife Australia's Beach-nesting Birds Volunteer Hub: https://beachvol.birdlife.org.au/ And social media: https://www.facebook.com/hooded.plover.birdlife Instagram and Twitter - @birdlife_hoodie YouTube: @BirdLifeAustralia1 Learn more about Remember The Wild - Australia’s foremost nature connection charity https://www.rememberthewild.org.au/ I hope you enjoyed this video. If you did please considering sharing what you enjoyed in the comments, subscribe for more and share this video with others! 🌿 Subscribe to my monthly newsletter, get 10% off your first purchase and be kept up to date with fun projects to help our Australian Natives and a monthly giveaway! 🌺Connect with me on social media @lokilovesart https://www.instagram.com/lokilovesart https://www.facebook.com/lokilovesart Thank you so much for your support ❤️ #shorebirds #artchallenge #artforeveryone #australianbirds #inktober #naturelovers #lokilovesinktober2023 #beachlife

Hi I'm Vanda from Loki Loves. Welcome to the captivating world of #LokiLovesInktober 2023! This year, we're diving into the enchanting theme of Shorebirds & Wetlands - a celebration of nature's beauty and the vital role these ecosystems play in our world. Join us on a creative journey as we explore the intricate dance of life within wetland habitats. From delicate shorebirds to the vibrant tapestry of wetland landscapes, our artworks will not only reflect the beauty but also raise awareness about the need for their conservation. But that's not all - we're beyond excited to introduce you to our partner for this year's challenge, Remember The Wild, Australia's first and foremost nature connection charity. Remember The Wild is dedicated to fostering a deeper connection between humans and nature. Their commitment to preserving our natural heritage aligns perfectly with the spirit of #LokiLovesInktober, where art meets conservation. Stay tuned as we share the inspiring stories behind Remember The Wild's work, delve into the fascinating world of Shorebirds & Wetlands, and showcase the incredible artworks created by our talented community. Together, let's paint a canvas of change and make a lasting impact through our creativity. 🌏🦆 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to join the movement that blends art, passion, and conservation! Sign up to join the challenge here: http://eepurl.com/hyroYf Learn more about Remember The Wild here: https://www.rememberthewild.org.au/ @rememberthewild1180 Connect with me on social for more information: https://www.instagram.com/lokilovesart/ https://www.facebook.com/lokilovesart/ *This is a recording of our Facebook Live on the 18th Aug 2023. #LokiLovesInktober #RememberTheWild #ArtForACause #artforeveryone #shorebirds #artchallenge #inktober #naturelovers #australianbirds #ecology #findyournature

🪴In part 6 of Wild at Home we have Raising Rarity founder Meg Hirst and team leader of nursery horticulture Mandy Thompson sharing what it takes to get a plant to sale, starting with collections in the wild. (And I’m gladly behind the camera for this one!) *Apologies for the sound quality due to standing so close to the camera speaker and works going on in the gardens. Buy limited edition prints with all proceeds going to Raising Rarity: https://www.lokiloves.com/art-for-a-cause-raising-rarity Fancy getting creative? Join my #inktober Threatened Species Art Challenge 2022 to help raise awareness for rare and threatened flora and fauna: https://www.lokiloves.com/inktober2022 Get involved, here's what's on: Come along to the Spring Plant Sale Sat 22nd and Sun 23rd October 2022 - 10.00am to 4pm https://rbgfriendscranbourne.org.au/2022/09/spring-plant-sale-22-23-october/ Join in a Raising Rarity Tours Sat 22nd Oct https://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/cranbourne-gardens/what-s-on-cranbourne/raising-rarity/ Learn more about botany at Botany Bootcamp Sat 24th Oct - Sat 26 Nov https://www.rbg.vic.gov.au/melbourne-gardens/what-s-on-melbourne/botany-bootcamp/ I hope you enjoyed this video. If you did please considering sharing what you enjoyed in the comments, subscribe for more and share this video with others! Are you a keen gardener or someone that would like more native plants around your home? I'm launching a home research project from the Spring Plant Sale, to show how well the Raising Rarity plants are doing in our gardens. Get involved here: https://forms.gle/3ZnwXP3aPkiD62pp9 Donate to Raising Rarity here - https://www.fame.org.au/projects/raising-rarity 🌿 Subscribe to my monthly newsletter, get 10% off your first purchase and be kept up to date with fun projects to help our Australian Natives and a monthly giveaway! 🌺Connect with me on social media @lokilovesart https://www.instagram.com/lokilovesart https://www.facebook.com/lokilovesart Thank you for watching, I'm so very grateful for your support ❤️

This week on Wild at Home I am speaking with Dr Megan Hirst, founder of Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria Raising Rarity project. Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria plays a leading role in the conservation of plants through biodiversity research, management and education programs designed to protect rare and threatened plants. Meg is a key player in this as she splits her working week between Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria and at the Victorian Conservation Seedbank. One thing we have in common is creating more opportunities for the community to be involved in the wonderful conservation work happening around us. Which is why I am so very happy to share this project with you and introduce you to this amazing team! This episode learn about the amazing work being undertaken in plant conservation and about this beautiful alpine daisy Brachyscome tadgellii! I need your help!!!! If you would like to help me raise $2k funding for Raising Rarity then I have something very special for you! I am releasing 4 special edition, hand signed prints for sale with all profits donated to Raising Rarity. The first print being released on Saturday is for this beautiful Brachyscome tadgellii. If you would like early access to these prints please subscribe to my list and you will be notified first. This program would not be possible without your help and the support of: - The Foundation for Australia’s Most Endangered Species (FAME) - https://www.fame.org.au/projects/raising-rarity - Victorian Alpine Society http://agsvicgroup.blogspot.com/ - Australian Flora Foundation https://aff.org.au/ - Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne https://www.rbgfriendsmelbourne.org/ - Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Cranbourne https://rbgfriendscranbourne.org.au/ ******************************************************* I hope you enjoyed this video. If you did please considering sharing what you enjoyed in the comments, subscribe for more and share this video with others! 🌿 Subscribe to my monthly newsletter, get 10% off your first purchase and be kept up to date with fun projects to help our Australian Natives and a monthly giveaway! 🌺Connect with me on social media @lokilovesart https://www.instagram.com/lokilovesart https://www.facebook.com/lokilovesart Thank you so much for your support ❤️ Is conservation close to your heart? If so consider connecting and donating to these organisations: Raising Rarity - An initiative of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (RBGV) looks at horticultural approaches to help in the conservation of rare and threatened Australian wildflower and understorey species. https://www.fame.org.au/projects/raising-rarity Remember The Wild - Australia’s foremost nature connection charity https://www.rememberthewild.org.au/