After the Fire, The Sentinels from Wedge River
Fiona ‘Gumboots’ Walsh
Fire. It is essential for survival of many of our precious ecosystems, however it can also spell the end of them as well. Everything in balance and moderation, just like the sugary sweets you crave. Our climate is breaking down and this balance is being thrown about. This area at the base of the Sentinels is recovering, it is surrounded by button grass moorland and is dependent on the fire, but not too much, not too often and not when it leaks into our precious alpine areas that support our ancient flora which has evolved with very little, if any fire…
BEAKER STREET SCIENCE PHOTOGRAPHY PRIZE
This photograph was a finalist in Beaker Street’s annual Science Photography Prize. This highly-respected prize invites all Tasmanians to showcase the wonders of our extraordinary part of the world — which is teeming with science and scientists. Finalist images are displayed at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery during Beaker Street Festival each August, with great prizes on offer for Judges’ and People’s Choice winners.
The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize would not be possible without the support of Full Gamut, Tasmania’s premier fine art printers and long-time sponsor of this competition. Many thanks also go to Pennicott Wilderness Journeys, which donates a generous prize for the People’s Choice winner.
