Growing Artists

Forest Fifi

Gibraltar Botanic Gardens

Created by the Gibraltar Horticultural Society and painted by Patricia Lombard, this woodland-inspired design reflects the natural beauty of the Alameda Gardens. Using a decoupage technique alongside hand-painted details, the sculpture celebrates leaves, wildlife and the rich botanical surroundings of its home.

Forest Fifi — a Barbary Macaque sculpture decorated with woodland creatures, butterflies and plants
Meet the Artist
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Gibraltar Horticultural Society

Community Group

Founded in 1953, the Gibraltar Horticultural Society (GHS) has been at the heart of Gibraltar’s gardening and horticultural community for over seventy years, promoting the beauty, science, and benefits of horticulture while fostering a deeper connection with the natural world.

Local Artist
Patricia Bowling Lombard

Patricia Bowling Lombard

Local Artist

I have loved painting since childhood and am still finding joy in the practice. My favourite medium is oils, pastels coming as a close second. They are both very forgiving mediums and are both great for layering. I find this technique to be very effective. This does mean that the finished product can take some time whe…

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The Growing Artists Programme

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The Growing Artists Programme

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Behind the scenes

The journey of Forest Fifi