Join artist Jennifer Argo, marine biologists from Strathclyde University, and a specialist in ocean acidification and biomineralisation from the Scottish Oceans Institute, to explore connections that bridge marine wildlife between Scotland and the Arctic Ocean, and discuss climate-driven changes to local and international ecosystems, as part of  Mapping Ocean Change through Art, in partnership with OnFife, a Creative Carbon Scotland - Climate Beacon.

We will meet at the Scottish Oceans Institute in St Andrews, then take a guided walk along East Sands beach to collect micro-organism samples, before heading back to an SOI lab to draw them under the microscope. In groups, we will discuss and piece together observations of changes to local marine and coastal wildlife, and create ecosystem collages with our shared knowledge.

What you’ll need:

• Please wear all-weather outdoors clothing and footwear, and bring a spare pair of clothes incase you get wet.

• A packed lunch, water and snacks.

Ages: The workshop is suitable for all ages, though children should be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Register free here.

Where to meet: Scottish Oceans Institute, St Andrews, KY16 8LB