About the Archive

The Natural History Illustration (NHI) degree at the University of Newcastle, Australia, was a unique program merging rigorous scientific observation with traditional and contemporary illustrative techniques. It produced generations of artists dedicated to recording the natural world with uncompromising accuracy and beauty.

This archive serves as a digital gallery and directory for the alumni and staff of the historic program.

As ecological preservation and environmental storytelling become increasingly vital, the skills honed within the NHI degree remain deeply relevant. Here, we document the ongoing careers, portfolios, and artistic evolution of our graduates.

Preserving the practice. Documenting the natural world.

If you are an alumni or former staff member and would like to update your details or add your portfolio to the archive, please contact us.