Summary
An 11-year-old girl named Niovi creates fictional stories about trees at Hackney Marshes in London, which she shares on signs posted on the trees. The project, called the Talking Tree Collective, offers visitors whimsical tales about each tree's imagined past.
Key Facts
- Niovi is 11 years old and walks with her father Doug in Hackney Marshes.
- She creates stories for trees and posts them on signs, forming the Talking Tree Collective.
- Each tree has a unique story, often related to its physical appearance.
- One fictional character is Humble Dick, involved in a story set in 1952.
- Another character is Bernard, inspired by nature documentaries.
- The project started as a fun activity during family walks.
- There are 16 trees currently featuring stories.
- The signs are expected to stay up for a few weeks in Hackney Marshes.
