Be Fascinated with Bird Week Presentations at Goldfields Libraries!

Nature lovers and photography fans are in for a rare treat with two outstanding presentations at Bendigo Library in celebration of National Bird Week.

Accomplished bird photographers Daryl Fleay and Chris Cope will showcase their inspiring works of art at Bendigo Library on Tuesday 18 October. They will share their journeys of the years they spent building their stunning collections, and will offer advice on getting started with bird photography.

Both local to the Bendigo area, Daryl and Chris have been amateur photographers for several years, and have held exhibitions in the region. Daryl has a special interest in photographing birds of prey, and Chris’s passion is bird and nature photography.

Naturalist and bioacoustics researcher Andrew Skeoch will speak at Bendigo Library on Thursday 20 October. Andrew is a well-known nature sound recordist, and will present his recordings from the wild for audiences to enjoy.

Andrew has spent almost twenty years recording the sounds of nature in remote locations around the world. His recordings and further information about his work can be found at www.listeningearth.com.au

“We are delighted to welcome these talented presenters to Bendigo Library, and look forward to hearing them share their stories about their fascinating work,” said Tammy Higgs, Goldfields Library Corporation Programs and Events Coordinator.

Both events are free and require bookings.

Further details and booking information, along with other Bird Week events, can be found at: www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/birdweek