what we do.
We design and lead creative workshops and projects in collaboration with artists, activists, community groups, and organisations.
We deliver 'hands-on' exploration of nature to expand creative and ecological awareness.
We create direct sensory experiences, so that participants get to explore, connect with and develop empathy for nature.
why we do it.
to arouse curiosity and stimulate discussion around ecological responsibility
LimenLab is a not-for-profit creative agency working with community and environmental organisations
to expand engagement with nature through art and
transform climate action from an abstract concept to a lived, shared experience
that feels personally meaningful and socially rewarding
'We collaborate with organisations to deliver eco-art projects that
encourage communities to image alternative ways of living,
make sustainability feel empowering rather than restrictive,
and highlight how creativity is essential for community resilience.'
LimenLab is the concept of ecological artist, Laura Donkers
Our values
We develop agency by sharing stories about nature, environmental regeneration and climate change adaptation.
We support nature through pro-environmental approaches that safeguard biodiversity and nature’s processes.
We value transparency by being open, upfront and honest about what is possible within timeframes and resource limitations.
Best Practice
We draw from respectful, traditional practices to design workshops and projects that demonstrate respect for all life forms.
We reduce ecological impact in how natural materials are harvested and in terms of considerate energy use and recycling/disposal of materials at end of workshop/project.
Joanne Kyriazopoulos,
Kaipātiki Project
"We have had the pleasure of working with Laura for over three years now through her ecology-based arts programmes. Laura’s approach gently guides participants, and keeps the group engaged throughout the workshop, encouraging participants to explore the materials and creative process at their own pace, with some beautiful results for beginners and seasoned artists alike."
Molly Chen,
Asian Community Engagment Trust
"Laura gave our clients fantastic eco-art experiences through the botanical monoprint workshops. She is a warm and wonderful teacher. The workshops offer Asian families the chance to learn more about New Zealand's natural world, explore eco-art techniques, and create something beautiful together."
Workshop Participant,
Titirangi, Auckland
“So knowledgeable - the walk was wonderful and the leaf printing workshop really amazing. I learned so much about pushing myself to explore my creative side”
