Our first feedback session in an NHS setting
A test flight for the Wild Wings of Hope AR prototype, in collaboration with RSPB Scotland—exploring how craft, storytelling and technology can support nature connection in care.
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When ideas take flight
How one Wild Wings of Hope workshop inspired educators to create their own flock of swifts—bringing together schools and communities in the Scottish Cairngorms.
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Wild Wings of Hope comes to the Edinburgh International Book Festival
Celebrate the remarkable migration of swifts through papercraft, storytelling and live music at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.
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Celebrating National Insect Week at National Museums Scotland
Wild Wings of Hope returns to the National Museum of Scotland for National Insect Week 2026, celebrating insects, migration and connection.
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Wild Wings of Hope Receives Immersive Arts Funding
Wild Wings of Hope has received funding from Immersive Arts to develop a new augmented reality storytelling experience, building on the project’s papercraft and community workshops.
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Co-created butterflies and upcycled cabinets
Installing papercut butterflies inside historic museum drawers for an exhibition that brings together craft, community, and scientific collections.
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Crowdfunder update: Community support for Wild Wings of Hope
An update on the close of our successful Crowdfund campaign – what comes next, and why community support matters.
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Making together with Alzheimer Scotland
A quiet reflection on facilitating a craft workshop with Alzheimer Scotland, and the privilege of sitting alongside people living with dementia.
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Launching at the National Museum of Scotland
Looking back on the three-day public launch of Wild Wings of Hope—and the craft, collaborators, and community behind it.
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3 ways to take action for insects and birds
We’ve put together 3 simple ways for our community to support biodiversity – from planting pollinators to becoming a citizen scientist.
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Wings without borders: the migration of butterflies
Birds are not the only winged creatures to migrate great distances. This project now turns to butterflies, explored through papercut craft.
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Speaking at Happy Startup Summercamp 2025
I was invited to share the early journey of Wild Wings of Hope with 150 purpose-driven founders, entrepreneurs, and creative leaders from around the world.
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Learning through making: testing Barn Swallow kits
After months of designing and prototyping paper Barn Swallows, I brought them into a workshop setting for user testing and feedback.
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Behind the scenes with entomologist Ash Whiffin
Exploring the National Museum of Scotland’s insect collections with a passionate entomologist whose expertise is shaping the foundations of Wild Wings of Hope.
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Wild Wings of Hope features at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival
We’re delighted to be a core partner for the 2025 Scottish International Storytelling Festival programme in October.
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Shaping stories for Wild Wings of Hope
Working with collaborators Gift Amu and Cara Silversmith, we are developing a narrative that brings together storytelling, craft, ecology and culture.
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