I have always felt deeply connected to the natural world and often turn to art and poetry to make sense of that relationship. Growing up between the forests of Mount Abu and the coastal and arid landscapes of Gujarat shaped my curiosity about how humans relate to nature — how we use it, shape it, and perceive it. This curiosity has taken me from Gujarat’s coasts to seagrass meadows in the Andamans, exploring how communities interact with the ecosystems that surround them. I hold a master’s degree in Environmental Studies (Conservation Practice) from ATREE, and previously worked with Dakshin Endeavours as a science communicator, helping children experience India’s diverse ecosystems, cultures, and communities through stories, field-based learning, and creative engagement. At Nature Classrooms, I bring together environmental learning, art, and design through nature learning modules and creative contributions to ongoing projects. I am drawn to slow, observation-based practices and believe art helps us notice more closely, reflect more deeply, and build lasting relationships with the natural world.