CHRISTINE ROCKLEY - Scientific illustrator and designer
Professional profile: LinkedIn
Bachelor of Natural History Illustration (Honours)
AssDip. Arts (Graphic Design)
The Art of Natural History - 3CR Out of the Blue
Publications
Flora of the Hunter Region - Endemic trees and larger shrubs Stephen Bell; Christine Rockley and Anne Llewellyn, CSIRO
Foragers Quick Guide - Edible Seaweeds and Coastal Plants of Southern Victoria
Foragers Quick Guide - Edible weeds of Western Victoria
WHAT DO WE DO?
Scientific Illustration
We create illustrations for publications, government and educational institutes and environmental organisations.
Knowledgeable topic areas: Australian native flora, algae (edible); fish; fresh water invertebrates; insect pollinators; wetland flora and fauna (fresh and saltmarsh); weeds; herbarium collection and preservation.
Design
Chris has over 30 years of experience in designing print material, advertising and online. She works with environmental companies, organisations and tourism to promote the natural world.
Depending on your project we can offer:
- Project concept and proposals
- Illustrations
- Photography
- Design
Presenter and guide
Chris has 15 years experience teaching adult groups, university classes and school groups. She helps people to connect to the natural world by providing a safe opportunity to ‘Observe, learn and play’.
Topics will be tailored to suit your group, location or event. Some examples include: Seaweed Rambles and Forages; Weed foraging; Natural science drawing classes; Plant pressing; Printmaking: Hapazome and Cyanotypes; Art / science collaborations with schools.