The Royal Botanic Garden · Sydney
wander a shimmering reimagined rainforest of art and 18,000 plants
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Alchemy of a Rainforest is more than an exhibition; it's an immersive journey that envelops you in the vibrant, living essence of one of the Earth's most valuable ecosystems.
As you enter, look up and be captivated by a shimmering, undulating canopy reimagined with recycled materials by ERTH. Walking through, you’ll feel enveloped by nature, as if you’ve been transported to the heart of the forest.
Throughout the space, garden sculptures by environmental artist Jane Gillings add vibrant pops of colour and texture. Crafted from repurposed plastic waste, these intricate pieces depict seeds, flowers, branches, fungi, and butterflies, highlighting the rainforest’s role as an ecological powerhouse that sustains diverse life forms.
A highlight of the exhibition is the oversized Satin Bowerbird’s bower, crafted from upcycled materials. This stunning installation invites you to walk through, sit, and be surrounded by the hum of rainforest sound art, transporting you to a tropical forest teeming with life.
Curated by the horticultural team at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Alchemy of a Rainforest has over 18,000 plants on display and one of the largest living green walls in the Southern Hemisphere.
Join us in this immersive journey, where art, nature, and innovation come together to create an experience that is both spectacular and profoundly meaningful.
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The Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney
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When is Alchemy of a Rainforest exhibition?
It is on now, until Tue 29 Dec.
Where is it?
The Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney, NSW.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
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