Inspired by a new tree mural in Finsbury, rumoured to be a Banksy masterpiece, Nettle set out to discover the hidden gems of nature-inspired street art.  Nettle took to the streets of South-East London to see what street art could be found. With nature as Nettle’s muse, it was refreshing to see so many artists…

Listen in on Nettle and Rosie Ming’s Nature & Art Talk at SE London’s Cherished Telegraph Hill.    Perched on a Telegraph Hill Park bench in Southeast London, Nettle joined the company of moving-image artist Rosie Ming. Against the backdrop of London’s skyline and the looming London Eye, we momentarily escape the urban hustle to…

Is nature taking over city fashion? The durable fashion trend, ‘Gorpcore’, is perfect to keep up with city life!  Gorpcore, a term coined by The Cut in 2017, is the new sporty streetwear that is taking over London. It has continued to grow in popularity in urban cities like London. Gorpcore incorporates pieces of outdoor…

Nettle speaks to community storyteller, Ritah Kambona, about how folklore can connect people to nature Most of us have grown up reading or being read beloved tales such as Little Red Riding Hood, The Little Mermaid, and Pinocchio, which have shaped most children’s early memories and served as opportunities for learning. Is storytelling still powerful…