A compelling new exhibition exploring our delicate river ecosystems. The show brings together an evocative collection of drawings and lithographs by artists Beatrice Forshall and Rosie MacCurrach.
the artists
Through their distinct practices, both artists illuminate the majesty of rivers and chalk streams - habitats that are vital, threatened, and increasingly central to environmental conversations. Their work captures the beauty and fragility of our waterways, the intricate life they support, and our shared responsibility for preserving these extraordinary environments.
Together, their artworks invite viewers to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the natural world - celebrating its beauty while acknowledging its fragility.
Beatrice Forshall
Known for her drypoint engravings and sensitive rendering of endangered species, Beatrice offers a visual language rooted in storytelling and conservation. She was artist-in-residence at the Cambridge Conservation Initiative and recently publishedThe Book of Vanishing Specieswith Bloomsbury.
Rosie MacCurrach
Rosie contributes a contemplative series of works on paper, each piece reverently reflecting the rhythms, textures, and movements of water and land. She works as a Print Designer, Textile Artist and Dyer in fashion, film, interiors and theatre.
Exhibition Events
Workshops, talks and experiences inspired by the exhibition
Living Rivers: Art, Hope & Fragile Waters
An exclusive preview talk and optional seasonal supper with panel experts including Paul Viganux, Executive Director of the Test and Itchen Association; actor, activist and lifelong fly fisherman Jim Murray MBE; and Education Director of Wessex Rivers Trust Wendy Reid alongside exhibiting artists Rosie MacCurrach and Beatrice Forshall.
Living Rivers Exhibition Opens
The exhibition will run from 27 March - 7 May with a preview evening on 26 March.
Flower Pressing with JAM JAR Edit
Join JAM JAR Edit for their signature flower pressing workshop at MYLO. Your table will be filled with seasonal English flowers sourced locally. Learn how to select, prepare and press your specimens, along with tips and tricks perfected over the years. Working with pre-pressed flowers, you'll master techniques for mounting artworks using handmade papers and materials - all yours to take home.
Linocutting with Sally Newton
Inspired by the Waterways & Chalk Streams exhibition, join artist Sally Newton to create your own linoprint based on the Test Valley river. Through guided drawing exercises you'll build your composition, then learn the printing process and cut your lino to produce your final print. Plenty of opportunity for experimentation with support from Sally. A seasonal lunch will be served at Meadow. Suitable for all levels - places limited to 10.
