The Nature & Conservation Storytelling Fellowship in Wales

Launched in partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund, this fellowship was a unique opportunity for young storytellers in Wales to develop and share impactful conservation narratives. Over the course of three months, fellows received:

  • Professional-grade equipment, which they keep after the fellowship for as long as you keep using it to tell stories. 

  • Mentorship from award-winning conservation and nature storytellers.

  • Training workshop in Wales, including project development and hands-on use of storytelling tools.

  • Full coverage of meals, accommodation, and travel expenses for the workshop and final exhibition. 

The programme culminated in a public screening in Cardiff where fellows presented their work to the Welsh conservation community, local activists, industry professionals and the broader public.

The Fellow’s Films

Embracing The Blue

Caitlin Longden

This short poetic documentary follows Daf, whose experience with surf therapy during a turbulent time sparked a profound, personal bond with the ocean. Through immersive visuals and reflective narration, the film invites viewers to consider our deep, often unspoken connection to nature and its role in healing.

Barcud - Anne, Bill and the Kites

Having grown up travelling with his grandparents past a farm teeming with red kites in the skies, Gruffudd wanted to explore one woman’s commitment to supporting their population.

Gruffudd Evans

Woodland Whispers

Liv’s deep connection to magic, nature and Celtic heritage inspired her to explore oak woodlands. At a time when Wales has lost most of its ancient woods, this film showcases their beauty and power.

Liv Davies

Y Tywydd

Lotti Jones

A mixed media story exploring multiple ways of living in relation to Weather - where the April/May skies of north west wales are swirling with language, histories and dreams.

Brodod

Caroline Renkes

Caroline was inspired by the inherent Welsh connection to the land. Brodor, meaning ‘native’ in Welsh, explores Reuben’s relationship with the land of his family’s farm.

The Sea Watchers

Dylan Coundley-Hughes

Dylan had the opportunity to film charismatic mammals whilst surveying with the Sea Watch foundation in New Quay, and wanted to increase people’s ocean literacy.


Dorothea Quarry

Felix Copestake

Felix was inspired by the beautiful landscape and hidden history that many may not know about, to share the story of Dorothea quarry.

The Soldier and the Squirrel

Sion Emlyn Davies

A story about Hugh Rowlands, a quiet ex-soldier who embodies the healing connection of nature through his relationship with a population of red squirrels.

Wings of Wales

Selina Copestake

Through this film, Selina wanted to showcase the amazing bird life of the North coast of Wales, where she has spent a lot of time birdwatching.

Red Kite & I

Liza Horiana

A hope story, exploring the success of the red kite conservation project and people’s connection to nature in wales.