Helmut Lemke is a sound and environment artist driven by an unshakable passion for the world around him. He collaborates with nature to capture the unique sounds of each place, believing that sounds can be the voice of a landscape. Helmut's work spans site-specific art, often involving collaborations with other artists and even scientists. He's currently contributing his artistry to the WetlandLIFE project, highlighting the essential role of artists in environmental research.

Victoria Leslie, an accomplished writer and folklorist, has crafted compelling works like "Skein and Bone" and "Bodies of Water," garnering awards and fellowships that have taken her from Scotland to Finland in pursuit of Nordic water myths. Her writing prowess extends to non-fiction featured in esteemed publications. Within the WetlandLIFE project, part of the Valuing Nature Programme, Victoria delves into local storytelling traditions and folklore, fashioning fresh narratives for wetlands in both fiction and non-fiction. Her work contemplates the role of narratives in shaping a place's cultural identity and preserving environments through sentimental connections.