Jeannie Baker: Desert Jungle Exhibition

An exhibition of collage constructions telling the story of a boy discovering that the desert he feared is actually a place of endless wonders.

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Location

The Garden Gallery (enter via reception), Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

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Date

18 May – 29 June 2024 

Time

9:30am – 4pm

Price

Free

Vibrant and visually distinct

Explore Jeannie Baker’s spectacular and astonishing collages capturing the deep beauty, mystery, and hidden vitality of the desert landscape – and why it needs our protection. 

The exhibition also celebrates the publishing of Baker’s latest book, titled Desert Jungle. Baker’s vibrant and visually distinct collage works explore the complex biodiversity of the Sonoran Desert. Over one-third of the Australian landscape is classified as desert, and yet for most settler Australians, the desert remains a barren space. In this new story, Baker explores the Valley of the Cirios in Mexico, through the perspective of a young child and his grandfather. 

Check out our Jeannie Baker education programs

Bring your students and join our skilled educators to explore the Garden and the exhibition! Learn about biodiversity, thriving desert landscapes, connection to place, and experience the wonders of time spent in nature.