Art of exploration gathering

Join us for a dynamic and interactive evening celebrating the intersection of art and geography, where creativity meets exploration. This special event will showcase how artists from around the world are using their craft to delve into and communicate the beauty and complexity of our planet.

As you explore the historic rooms of the Society, you’ll encounter themed displays and short presentations by artist-geographers who are pushing the boundaries of how we perceive and understand geography through art. Marvel at gallery exhibits featuring maps and polar art that blend scientific precision with artistic expression, and enjoy the opportunity to engage directly with the artists who created them.

The evening will also feature the RGS Art of Exploration Collective, a growing group of artists dedicated to exploring nature and advocating for conservation through their work. These artists, along with other invited creators, will be on hand to share their latest projects, including the outcomes of the GeoARTBlitz in July. This global initiative brought together citizen science-artists to record the natural world in diverse forms, paintings, sketches, words, sounds, and images, all of which have been documented on the iNaturalist app.

As you immerse yourself in this vibrant blend of art and geography, take advantage of the bar in the Map Room to enjoy refreshments and network with like-minded individuals.

Whether you’re an artist, a geographer, or simply someone who appreciates the power of art to inspire change, this evening promises to be a unique and enriching experience. Don’t miss the chance to connect with others who are passionate about using art to explore, understand, and conserve our natural world.