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20th Jun 2024

Betty Carpick: Exploring Nature's Palette

 On this episode of the Root & STEM podcast, artist, educator and environmentalist, Betty Carpick, speaks about her unique interest and skill in creating art with natural supplies. She begins by explaining how her interest in art first developed (01:15). Betty tells us how she identifies and harvests plants to create her natural inks (08:08) and describes the process of turning the plants into inks ready to be used (10:18). Next, Betty speaks on her education style and her purpose as an educator (12:56), before sharing a story about a success she experienced as an educator (15:53). Finally, Betty offers advice to aspiring artists (17:47).

Check out Betty's art on Instagram @bettycarpick

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About the Podcast

The Root & STEM Podcast
Root & STEM explores issues and storytelling with artists, journalists, teachers and communities engaged in STEAM-focused projects. Hear their unique stories, learn about new technologies, and discover how science, technology, engineering, arts, and math are enabling change for communities across Canada.