Force of Nature @ Mottistone and the Longstone

The next (and final) Force of Nature session meets at the entrance to Mottistone Manor on June 18 at 11am. We will be wandering around Mottistone and up to the Longstone. This is a unique and special location, alive with nature and stories, and will hopefully prompt inspiration for any creative artistic pursuits.

Participants are invited to bring along anything to share that represents a moment they have enjoyed from the project – an object, a photo, a notebook, or something they have made. Some food and drink will be brought along also!

Please let us know in advance if you wish to attend these sessions. You can email the Project Lead, Rebecca Tremain, at rjtremain@gmail.com

Reconnect with Nature: Join StoneCrab’s Force of Nature Project!

Remember the joy of long summer days spent outdoors? The feel of the sun on your skin, the rustle of leaves, and the laughter shared with friends? In a world where we often confine ourselves to indoor spaces, StoneCrab’s new initiative, Force of Nature , invites you to join artists Rebecca Tremain and Katy Suggitt as we reconnect with the natural world—a concept that embodies the raw, untamed power of the environment that shapes and sustains us.

Connecting to the force and beauty of our surroundings.

From January to June 2025, we’ll be creatively exploring areas of the Isle of Wight National Landscape (IWNL) and connecting to the force and beauty of our surroundings.

This project aims to bring together Islanders of all ages and abilities, especially those who may find it challenging to engage with nature. Our goal is to foster a deep connection to our environment through a series of engaging outdoor sessions towards creating an artistic response.

What You Can Expect

Join us for 10 unique weekly sessions held on selected Wednesdays, where we will explore various sites in West Wight and the Bay Area. Participants will immerse themselves in nature using the senses. Sessions will be a mix of personal exploration and collaborative activities, allowing everyone to express their relationship with the Biosphere in a creative and enjoyable way.

Celebrating the Seasons

The project will commemorate two vibrant seasons—Spring and Summer—with public sharing events timed with the Spring Equinox and Summer Solstice. Working alongside multidisciplinary artists, participants will collaborate in site-specific, creative responses inspired by the local geography.

This initiative not only seeks to reignite your love for nature but also promotes inclusion within the community. We invite anyone interested in this journey of discovery and creativity to join us.

This project is part of ‘Discovering Landscapes’ a project by Isle of Wight National Landscape.