This one day event developed by artist Chris Hann involved University of East Anglia postgraduate students from the Schools of International Development, Environmental Sciences, Literature and Creative Writing, Philosophy, Art, and Psychology. Prints from established artists including Mark Tobey, Frank Stella, Peter Lanyon, Bernard Cohen, Bryan Winter, Christo, Picasso, and Louise Nevelson were used as inspiration for an exploration of chaos and order. The art and writing activities explored the themes of chaos and order in different ways, while the science component focussed on an investigation of chaos and order in nature (mathematical patterns).

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Using breathtaking images from Norwich’s Earth from the Air exhibition, a large-scale photographic portrait of our planet by Yann Arthus-Bertrand, two free workshops run jointly by the SAW Trust and The Forum Trust encouraged participants to explore environmental issues in their writing.

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SAW founder Anne Osbourn ran a workshop for teachers, educational advisers and scientists at the National Science Learning Centre in York. The primary aims of the course were to:

• develop confidence to inspire children about science,
• explore new and innovative ways to develop children’s enquiry skills,
• consider creative approaches to science, including cross-curricular links, and
• share best practise.

Participants commented: "We got access to fantastic photos and how to use them", "Very good examples of how to link science to art and literacy" and "Very easy to follow up".