Jane Smith is a wildlife filmmaker, artist and author. Her new book Community is drawn from her travels around the west of Scotland. In fact, one of the book’s chapters focuses on Islay, so she’s looking forward to returning soon for the Festival. “Fed up with doom and gloom? My book is a positive take on what Communities are doing to help nature.” She’s also looking forward to meeting Hamza (Yassin), for his genuine enthusiasm about all things wild.
Jane will be with us for not just one, but TWO sessions at this year’s Festival!
9am – 10.30am on Saturday 30th August at RSPB Loch Gruinart
Building on her work creating wildlife art from her home on the west coast of Scotland, Jane will share some of the ways in which she uses art to communicate her passion for the natural world. Tickets for this event are £20, which includes materials. Places for this event are limited so advance booking is essential.
11am on Saturday 30th August at RSPB Loch Gruinart, chaired by Lord Robertson
A discussion on the interactions of people and wildlife for her latest book, Community. Tickets for this event are Pay What You Can – suggested price £7.