Conservation Design that Makes an Impact
At Studio Marobi, we collaborate with environmental organizations, conservation groups, and eco-conscious businesses to create visual solutions that educate, inspire action, and make a meaningful difference. Each case study demonstrates how thoughtful design can advance conservation efforts and environmental awareness.
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Marine Bioblitz
Sunshine Coast Council
Celebrating Biodiversity Through Design
Project Scope: Visual identity, promotional materials, merchandise design, and event branding for Queensland’s inaugural Marine Bioblitz citizen science event.
Challenge: Create a visually engaging identity that would appeal to both scientific experts and the general public while highlighting the Sunshine Coast’s unique marine biodiversity within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Our Approach
To capture the essence of this important conservation event, we developed a comprehensive design system centered around the rich marine biodiversity of the Sunshine Coast’s waters. The visuals needed to be scientifically accurate while remaining accessible and engaging for participants of all ages and backgrounds.
Key Design Elements:
Native Species Illustrations: Detailed depictions of local marine life including sea turtles, coral species, and fish that participants would encounter during the event
Immersive Color Palette: Rich blues, teals, and sandy golds combined with vibrant coral hues to evoke the coastal environment
Educational Components: Integrated infographic elements to help participants understand biodiversity data collection
Inclusive Design: Visually accessible graphics that appealed to all ages, from children to professional scientists
Results & Impact
The Marine Bioblitz visual identity was implemented across multiple touchpoints:
Digital Campaign: Social media assets and website graphics that built anticipation and educated the community about the event’s purpose
Event Signage: Wayfinding elements and information panels that created a cohesive experience throughout the event space
T-shirt Merchandise: Popular apparel that served as both a souvenir and created visual unity among participants
The design work contributed to the event’s success in engaging citizen scientists in collecting vital biodiversity data while fostering deeper connections with the marine environment. The visual identity helped unify the event’s messaging of conservation, scientific discovery, and community action.
Seabird Identification Guide
Sunshine Coast Council
Creating Tools for Conservation Action
Project Scope: Comprehensive design of an identification guide for commonly rescued seabirds, including cover illustrations, anatomical diagrams, and publication layout.
Challenge: Develop a user-friendly resource that would help wildlife rescuers, volunteers, and the public accurately identify and properly rescue seabirds along the New South Wales coastline.
Our Approach
Working in close collaboration with seabird experts and conservationists, we created a guide that balanced scientific accuracy with practical usability. The design needed to be clear, accessible, and effective as a field reference tool.
Key Design Elements:
Cover Illustrations: Detailed renderings of three key seabird species, highlighting distinctive identification features
Anatomical Diagrams: Clear visual guides to seabird anatomy and proper rescue handling techniques
Intuitive Layout: Organization and structure that prioritized quick reference in field situations
Photographic Integration: Thoughtful incorporation of high-quality photographs to complement illustrations
Results & Impact
The Seabird Identification Guide was successfully published as a free online resource, making it widely accessible to anyone involved in seabird rescue and conservation. The guide has become an essential tool for:
Wildlife rescuers needing to quickly and accurately identify species
Volunteers seeking to improve their knowledge and skills
The general public learning about local seabird species and conservation
The guide’s comprehensive yet accessible design has contributed to more effective seabird identification and rescue efforts along the New South Wales coastline, directly supporting improved conservation outcomes.
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Forest Fellowship Exhibition
Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
Visualizing Ecosystem Connections
Project Scope: Creation of a year-long exhibition showcasing the interconnected relationships between species in the rainforest ecosystem.
Challenge: Design an engaging, educational display that would help visitors understand the complex relationships between various species within the reserve’s ecosystem.
Our Approach
For this exhibition, we developed a series of realistic illustrations centered around a strangler fig tree – a keystone species in the rainforest ecosystem. The illustrations and accompanying educational elements needed to highlight how different species work together to create a balanced, healthy forest environment.
Key Design Elements:
Centerpiece Strangler Fig: A large, detailed illustration of this keystone species as the focal point
Realistic Species Depictions: Accurate illustrations of key flora and fauna including the Wompoo Fruit Dove, Giant Earthworm, Carpet Python, Pademelon, fungi, and Crow’s Nest Fern
Multi-format Installation: Designed elements for floor sticker, railing banner, social media, and email signature formats
Scientific Accuracy: Meticulous attention to detail ensured educational value alongside visual appeal
Results & Impact
The Forest Fellowship exhibition, running from December 2023 through December 2024, has provided visitors with a deeper understanding of forest ecosystems and the importance of biodiversity. The exhibit has:
Enhanced visitor experience through engaging visual storytelling
Educated thousands of guests about the interdependence of rainforest species
Strengthened the reserve’s mission to advocate for biodiversity protection
Created a lasting educational installation that continues to inspire conservation awareness
The Big Book of Bat-tivities
Bats and Trees Society of Cairns
Making Conservation Education Engaging
Project Scope: Complete creation of an educational workbook focused on the endangered Spectacled Flying-fox, including concept development, illustration, activity design, and print preparation.
Challenge: Develop an engaging educational resource that would transform public perception of the critically endangered Spectacled Flying-fox while making scientific information accessible and entertaining for all ages.
Our Approach
This comprehensive project required balancing scientific accuracy with playful engagement. We developed a workbook that combined factual information about flying foxes with interactive activities designed to reinforce learning through hands-on engagement.
Key Design Elements:
Scientifically Accurate Illustrations: Detailed depictions of the Spectacled Flying-fox anatomy, behavior, and habitat
Interactive Components: Age-appropriate activities including puzzles, coloring pages, and observation tasks
Educational Narrative: Information about the species’ ecological importance, particularly in seed dispersal and pollination
Conservation Messaging: Practical guidance on how readers could contribute to bat conservation efforts
Results & Impact
The Big Book of Bat-tivities has become a key resource in BATSOC’s educational outreach programs. The workbook has been:
Distributed across the region and nationally to schools, community groups, and at environmental events
Used as a teaching resource by educators seeking to improve understanding of flying foxes
Instrumental in shifting public perception from fear to appreciation of these important mammals
Recognized for its ability to make conservation education accessible and engaging
“Working with Matilda has been a very great pleasure. She is informed, talented, generous, and professional. We really appreciate the care she took in writing about and illustrating native bats. The members of the Bat Soc committee highly recommend her to anyone seeking her illustration, design and authorial services.”
— Bats and Trees Society of Cairns (BATSOC)
Hi there, I’m
Matilda Bishop!
With over a decade of experience in illustration and design, I founded Studio Marobi to bridge the gap between creative excellence and environmental advocacy.
What sets us apart is our deep commitment to conservation education through thoughtful, purpose-driven design. Every project—whether it’s a children’s book about marine life, a conservation campaign for an environmental non-profit, or sustainable merchandise featuring endangered species—is crafted not just to look beautiful, but to inspire meaningful change.
At Studio Marobi, we understand that great design can be a powerful tool for environmental education. That’s why we approach each project with both artistic skill and ecological mindfulness, creating work that resonates with audiences while promoting a more sustainable world.
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These case studies demonstrate our commitment to creating design that makes a difference for environmental causes. Whether you’re an environmental organization seeking to educate the public, a sustainable business needing to communicate your values, or a conservation project requiring visual storytelling, Studio Marobi brings both creative excellence and ecological understanding to every collaboration.
Our comprehensive approach ensures that your project will not only be visually compelling but will effectively communicate your conservation message to your target audience.
