The South London Botanical Institute (SLBI) is a magical place that encourages and enables local schools, families and groups to study plants. As with most places, the SLBI has had to close its doors to schools and visitors due to the Government's lockdown requirements for Covid19. At a time of ecological crisis, when we need more people to learn about the importance and beauty of the plant world, I'm fundraising to help keep this special place thriving.

I've worked at the SLBI for almost one year and there is no where else like it. From the gardens, to the historic library and herbarium, to the talks, walks and sessions that we run with schools and families - it's a place that truly inspires people to fall in love with plants. 

I've never kept a nature journal before, but I've always wanted to. I'm also not very good at drawing, or at least very out of practice! I'm committing to publishing at least 1 journal page to my FB page each week for 3 months, from w/c 27th June until the end of the challenge. Each page will be made up of drawings/paintings and observations from the flowers, trees, insects and other animals around my home in South London. I hope you'll sponsor my challenge and help me secure the future of plant education in London!